National Conference | Four Decades of NDPS Act 1985 | MNLU Nagpur | Submit Abstract by 22nd March 2026
National Conference | Four Decades of NDPS Act 1985 | MNLU Nagpur | Submit Abstract by 22nd March 2026
Two-Day National Conference on NDPS Act, 1985
- Theme: Four Decades of the NDPS Act – Jurisprudential Evolution, Contemporary Challenges, and Roadmap towards Drug-Free India by 2047
- Dates: 10–11 April 2026
- Venue: Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur (Hybrid Mode)
About MNLU Nagpur:
Established in 2015 by the Government of Maharashtra, MNLU Nagpur is recognized by the UGC and the Bar Council of India, and is a member of the Consortium of National Law Universities. With multiple integrated law programs and postgraduate courses, the University is committed to excellence in legal and justice education under the leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Justice Atul S. Chandurkar and Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Vijender Kumar.
About the Conference
The NDPS Act, 1985 has been the cornerstone of India’s drug control regime for nearly four decades. While it has shaped narcotics regulation, its enforcement has raised complex jurisprudential and constitutional challenges.
This conference seeks to:
- Examine judicial interpretations and enforcement concerns.
- Discuss procedural safeguards, evidentiary standards, bail jurisprudence, and sentencing principles.
- Explore law enforcement responses, rehabilitation measures, and socio-legal challenges.
- Contribute to India’s vision of a Drug-Free India by 2047.
Conference Themes:
Theme I: Criminal Proceedings under NDPS Act
- Procedural safeguards & fair trial
- Evidentiary standards & statutory presumptions
- Bail jurisprudence & undertrial detention
- Sentencing principles & judicial discretion
Theme II: Law Enforcement Responses
- Narcotics trafficking & illicit financial flows
- Cross-border cooperation & maritime interdiction
- Role of NCB, ED, Border Forces, Coast Guard
- Dark web trafficking & digital narcotics networks
Theme III: Rehabilitation & De-Addiction
- Implementation challenges in rehabilitation services
- Accountability of de-addiction centers
- Integration of criminal justice & public health approaches
- Vulnerable groups & socio-legal concerns
Theme IV: Contemporary Challenges in Regulation
- Media influence & glamorization of substance use
- Comparative perspectives on decriminalisation
- Online narcotics availability & youth impact
- Enforcement challenges in educational & corporate ecosystems
Submission Guidelines:
- Abstract: 300–350 words (Deadline: 22 March 2026)
- Full Paper: 4000–8000 words (Deadline: 7 April 2026)
- Citation Style: MNLU Mode of Citation
- Plagiarism Limit: ≤ 10% (AI-generated writing prohibited)
- Co-authorship allowed (max 2 authors)
- Selected papers will be published in a special issue of Contemporary Law Review.
Awards:
- Best Research Paper Award
- Second Best Research Paper Award
- Best Presenter Award
- Second Best Presenter Award
Certificates will be awarded to all selected presenters, with winners recognized during the Valedictory Session.
Important Dates:
- Abstract Submission: 22 March 2026
- Abstract Selection: 24 March 2026
- Registration & Payment: 24–28 March 2026
- Full Paper Submission: 7 April 2026
- Conference Dates: 10–11 April 2026
Registration Fee:
- Students & Research Scholars: ₹700 (single), ₹1000 (co-authorship)
- Academicians & Professionals: ₹1200 (single), ₹1500 (co-authorship)
- Non-presenting participants: ₹400
Contact Details:
- Email: ncndps@nlunagpur.ac.in
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