Parliamentary Debate Competition | NLU Delhi | Register by 13th April 2026

Parliamentary Debate Competition | NLU Delhi | Register by 13th April 2026

11th Prof. Ghanshyam Memorial Parliamentary Debate 2026:

The 11th Prof. Ghanshyam Memorial Parliamentary Debate (PD), the flagship annual debate of NLU Delhi, is set to take place from 25th – 27th April 2026 at the University’s Dwarka campus. This prestigious event continues its tradition of fostering critical discourse, competitive debating, and intellectual engagement among participants from across the country.

About the Competition:

The Ghanshyam Memorial PD is one of the most celebrated debating tournaments in India, known for its rigorous format and high-quality adjudication. This year’s Core Adjudicator Panel (CAP) includes:

• Rohan Grover – among the most decorated members of the debating circuit.
• Yatharth Surana – a leading figure in competitive debating.
• Additional CAP members to be announced soon.

Key Details:

• Dates: 25th – 27th April 2026 (Saturday – Monday)
• Format: Asian Parliamentary Debate (3v3)
• Venue: National Law University, Delhi, Sector 14, Dwarka – 110078
• Eligibility: Open & Novice categories
• Novice Criteria:
  • ≤ 3 Open Speaker Breaks
  • No Majors break in any capacity
• Adjudicator Policy: N = N (each contingent must provide adjudicators equal to the number of teams registered)

Registration Information:

• Phase I Fee: ₹600 per participant
• Deadline for Phase I Registrations: April 13, 2026
• Process:
  • One Point of Contact (PoC) may register on behalf of the contingent.
  • Slots are non-refundable after payment.
  • Names of participants can be revised with prior intimation to the Organising Committee.
• Registration Link:

Important Note:

Accommodation will not be provided by the organisers. Participants are requested to make their own arrangements.

Contact Information:

For queries and clarifications, reach out to:

• Abhay Rathore: +91 88104 19574
• Krishna Agarwal: +91 91196 25881

For More Details:

The 11th Prof. Ghanshyam Memorial Parliamentary Debate 2026 promises to be an intellectually stimulating event, bringing together some of the finest debaters and adjudicators in the country. With its robust format, experienced CAP, and competitive spirit, the tournament continues to uphold its legacy as one of India’s premier debating platforms.

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