Certificate Course | Construction Contracts and Disputes | NLU Delhi | CLUD & SCL‑India | Register by 4th May 2026

Certificate Course | Construction Contracts and Disputes | NLU Delhi | CLUD & SCL‑India | Register by 4th May 2026

Organized by Centre for Law & Urban Development (CLUD), NLU Delhi & Society of Construction Law India (SCL‑India):

Dates: 9th – 10th May, 2026
Venue: National Law University, Delhi

About National Law University, Delhi:

Established in 2008, NLU Delhi is one of India’s foremost institutions for legal education and research. Ranked 2nd in Law under NIRF and placed in the 201–250 band globally in QS World University Rankings 2026 (Law & Legal Studies), the University is known for academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. It houses cutting‑edge research centres and fosters interdisciplinary learning, preparing students for impactful careers in law, policy, and justice.

About Centre for Law and Urban Development (CLUD):

The Centre for Law and Urban Development is dedicated to exploring legal issues in urbanisation, infrastructure, and regulatory governance. It bridges law, policy, and industry practice through lectures, workshops, and certificate programmes. CLUD has undertaken significant projects, including an ICSSR‑funded study on Smart Cities and drafting the Model Rural Transformation Bill for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Its mission is to build institutional capacity and promote specialised legal education in areas of professional relevance.

About Society of Construction Law India (SCL‑India):

Founded in 2016 and affiliated with the Society of Construction Law UK, SCL‑India promotes education, study, and research in construction law. It provides a forum for discourse on policy, legislation, dispute avoidance, and resolution. Through MoUs with institutions, it advances construction law education via joint courses, seminars, curriculum design, and collaborative research.

About the Collaboration:

This certificate course is a joint initiative of CLUD and SCL‑India, undertaken under their Memorandum of Understanding. The collaboration aims to strengthen academic engagement and capacity‑building in construction law through teaching, research, and industry interaction.

About the Course:

India’s infrastructure boom—metros, highways, airports, smart cities—has created complex legal challenges. Construction contracts often lead to disputes over timelines, claims, and compliance. This course introduces participants to the legal and procedural framework of construction projects, covering:

• Contract law and statutory compliance
• Standard‑form contracts (FIDIC, NEC)
• Risk allocation and project control
• Dispute resolution mechanisms (arbitration, mediation, adjudication boards, injunctions)
• Comparative perspectives under Indian and international practice

The programme is designed for law students, advocates, and professionals seeking to expand their expertise in this rapidly growing field.

Course Schedule:

Day 1: Strategic Contracting, Risk Allocation, and Project Control

• Lecture 1: Construction Industry & Legal Framework
• Lecture 2: Construction Contracts & Risk Allocation
• Lecture 3: International Standard Forms (FIDIC, NEC) & Project Risk Architecture

Day 2: Dispute Strategy, Claims Management, and Arbitration

• Lecture 4: Claims, Delay Analysis & Dispute Avoidance
• Lecture 5: Dispute Resolution in Construction Contracts (Arbitration & Alternatives)
• Final Exercise: Identifying issues, risk allocation, claims framing, and dispute resolution strategy

Key Speakers:

• Ratan K. Singh, Senior Advocate & Chairman, SCL‑India
• Mehak Oberoi, Legal Head (Hydro‑APAC), GE Vernova
• Dinesh Pardasani, Partner, DSK Legal
• Abhisaar Bairagi, Partner, Khaitan & Co.
• Lakshmanan Ramaiah, General Manager, Larsen & Toubro
• Ajit Kumar Mishra, Director Works, Ircon International Ltd.

Eligibility & Registration:

• Eligible Participants:
  • 3rd–5th year students of 5‑year law programmes
  • 2nd–3rd year students of 3‑year LL.B. programmes
  • Graduates interested in infrastructure and construction law
• Registration Fees:
  • NLU Delhi Students: ₹2,250
  • Non‑NLU Delhi Students: ₹3,500
• Deadline: 4th May, 2026
  (Limited seats available)

Contact Details:

For queries, reach out to:

• Parth Gupta: 7276449237
• Devender Garg: 7206335747
• Ananya Anand: 9667078983

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