GD GOENKA UNIVERSITY INAUGURATES STATE-OF-THE-ART JUDICIAL TRAINING AND COACHING CENTRE

Former Chief Justice of India, Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, inaugurates the new facility

Gurugram, February 21, 2024 – GD Goenka University proudly announces the inauguration of its Judicial Training and Coaching Centre (JTCC) at the esteemed School of Law. The ceremonial event, held on February 16, 2024, witnessed the illustrious presence of former Chief Justice of India, Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, as the Chief Guest, and renowned legal luminary Adv. Vinakshi Kadian Singh as the Guest of Honour.

The ceremony marked a significant milestone in legal education, as Justice Balakrishnan, accompanied by prominent dignitaries inaugurated the facility in the presence of students and guests.

This new centre is poised to redefine legal education and training, offering students an immersive platform to cultivate essential skills necessary for a successful career in the legal profession.

Prof. (Dr) Azimkhan Pathan, Associate Dean of the School of Law, highlighted the significance of a career in the judiciary and reiterated the university’s dedication to academic excellence and holistic development.

The chief guest delivered a poignant address, emphasizing the pivotal role of legal education in shaping the future of the legal fraternity. He urged students to strive for excellence and ethical practice, inspiring the budding legal minds present. Justice K.G. Balakrishnan was quoted as saying “Judicial training and practical experience are pivotal for administration of Justice and GD Goenka University’ School of Law has done commendable work in providing Judicial Training and Coaching Center for law students who are torch bearers of Justice in society”.

Mr. Nipun Goenka, Managing Director of GD Goenka Group remarked: “We take immense pride in embarking on this new chapter in legal education with the establishment of the Judicial

Training and Coaching Centre. The GD Goenka university remains steadfast in its commitment to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals and contributing to the advancement of the legal domain”.