ILS Legal Aid Centre
In collaboration with
District Legal Service Authority
presents
“AIKYAM 4.0” STATE-LEVEL LEGAL AID FEST
5-6 March 2025
About ILS Law College, Pune
The Indian Law Society established the ILS Law College in 1924, in an era which was marked by the presence of the British colonial power in India and to instill the spirit of legal education was the need of the hour. A lush green campus, state-of-the-art infrastructure and well equipped library of the ILS Law College helps its students to fulfill their academic and extracurricular pursuits. The generations of distinguished legal luminaries who have been nurtured by this unique seminal contributions globally to the evolution of the esteemed field of Law. In addition to the academic curricula the College incorporates innovative practices in the form of advocacy skill activities, legal aid, conferences, seminars and has set up various other cells and centers to ensure holistic development of the students.
About ILS Legal Aid Centre:
ILS Law College was the pioneer in establishing a Legal Aid Centre at the college, as early as 1976. The ILS Legal Aid Centre is a harbor for innovation and experimentation for the development of effective approaches to the legal education and rendering services for the betterment of the disadvantaged members of the society. The ILS Legal Aid Centre helps achieve the objectives of ILS Law College of making the legal education community responsive and socially relevant. It has been working in this direction for the past five decades with commitment and dedication and has earned a great reputation for its work.
The Centre is actively involved in collaborating with diverse stakeholders, namely, Pune Municipal Corporation, Women and Child Development Department (Government of Maharashtra), District Legal Services Authority, Pune Municipal Corporation for Systematic Voter’s Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP), community leaders, Law firms, schools, colleges, and village panchayats. The objectives of the Centre are achieved through the organization of various activities like Legal Aid and Legal Literacy camps in schools, colleges and villages across the Pune district, legal aid clinics, research work, preparation of literacy material, organization of legal aid fest, participation in Lok Adalats, and the participation in the Regional Conference on Mediation organized by DLSA, Pune.
ABOUT AIKYAM 4:0 – STATE-LEVEL LEGAL AID FEST
The Legal Aid Centre of ILS Law College introduced the Legal Aid Fest in the year 2022 to mark the celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. “Aikyam” denotes unity and this year, we take this opportunity in celebrating these feelings of unity and togetherness by recognizing the role and importance of the Constitution of India and celebrating its spirit. The inspiration behind the fest was to create awareness on socio-legal themes in a creative way. The fest encouraged participation of college students, from all faculties, across Pune district to showcase their talents and create consciousness about the various issues in society. In pursuance of the same, this year we are all set to welcome the fest in its fourth edition at the State level and with a brand-new theme.
Broad theme: SAMVIDHAAN KA SAMMAN : Celebrating 75 Years of Indian Constitution
The Constitution of India stands as a cornerstone of democracy, embodying the principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity. As the country marks 75 years of this historic document, it is only appropriate to reflect on its enduring significance. The Constitution not only provides the framework for governance but also safeguards the fundamental rights of citizens, ensuring a balance between individual freedoms and collective welfare. Over the decades, it has evolved through amendments to meet the changing needs of society while retaining its core values. Celebrating 75 years of the Indian Constitution is a tribute to its architects and an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to uphold its ideals in building a just and inclusive India.
Aikyam 4.0 will consist of the following events:
- Nukkad Natak- Street Play Competition
- PIL (Public Interest Litigation) Drafting Competition
- Elocution Competition
- Reel Making Competition
Last date of Registration for competitions: 10th February 2025
Dates to Remember:
10th February 2025 – Last date to register for all the competitions in Aikyam
18th February 2025 – Submission of script of Nukkad Natak at [email protected]
18th February 2025 – Submission of reels at [email protected]
21st February to 28th February 2025 – Dates of Engagement of Reels by ILS Law College with social media audience.
Participating colleges may register for all or any of the above events.
| Name of the Competition | Registration Fee | Prizes |
| Nukkad Natak – Street Play Competition | Rs 500/- (per team) | Winner – Rs 7,000/- Runner Up – Rs 5,000/- |
| PIL Drafting Competition | Rs 200/- (per participant) | Winner – Rs 3,000/- Runner Up – Rs 2,000/- |
| Reel Making Competition | Rs 200/- (per team) | Winner – Rs 3,000/- Runner Up – Rs 2,000/- |
| Elocution Competition | Rs 200/- (per participant) | Winner – Rs 3,000/- Runner Up – Rs 2,000/- |
Things to remember for all competitions:-
- Individuals/teams who wish to participate in any / all of the events are requested to click on the event. A page with details of the event and rules will appear. Click on the Register and Pay tab on that particular event page, fill the form and submit. On submission, you will be directed to the payment link. Pay the necessary fee and complete your registration.
- All participants shall be issued Certificate of Participation.
- Winner and Runner up teams will be awarded with cash prizes and certificates.
- The College reserves the right to record the performances and circulate it on electronic media for the purposes of awareness.
- Prize Distribution will be held on 6th March 2025 after 4.00 pm. Winners may be required to perform at the prize distribution ceremony.
