Debate Competition | School of Law | IIMT Karkardooma | Delhi | 22nd & 23rd September 2026

Debate Competition | School of Law | IIMT Karkardooma | Delhi | 22nd & 23rd September 2026

Rakesh Aggarwal Memorial Debate Competition, 2026

Theme: Public Safety Justifies Mass Facial Recognition Surveillance by the State

Dates: 22nd – 23rd September 2026 (Tuesday & Wednesday)

Venue: Ideal Institute of Management and Technology, Karkardooma, Delhi – 110092

About the Institute

Established in 1999 under the New Millennium Education Society, the Ideal Institute of Management and Technology (IIMT) is affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Recognized by the Government of NCT Delhi, approved by the Bar Council of India and AICTE, and accredited by NAAC, the Institute blends state-of-the-art infrastructure with quality education. Guided by the vision of its founder Late Shri Rakesh Aggarwal, IIMT strives to cultivate academic excellence, moral values, and market-oriented skill development.

About the School of Law

The School of Law at IIMT carries forward the mission of academic integrity and social responsibility. With a strong emphasis on clinical legal education, students gain hands-on experience through legal aid clinics, moot courts, internships, and client counseling. This approach bridges the gap between legal education and access to justice, ensuring students are trained as competent professionals and socially conscious individuals.

About the Debate Competition

The Rakesh Aggarwal Memorial Debate Competition is designed to foster critical thinking, persuasive communication, and analytical skills among students. It provides a platform to explore contemporary legal issues, encouraging participants to appreciate diverse perspectives and develop well-reasoned arguments. The competition is not merely about winning but about holistic skill development in research, advocacy, and intellectual expression.

Instructions for Participants

Eligibility

• Open to all students enrolled in schools, undergraduate, or postgraduate programmes worldwide.
• Each team must comprise two participants – one speaking for and the other against the motion.
• Registration Fee: ₹2000 per team (to be paid online).
• Last Date of Registration: 16th September 2026.

Structure of Debate

• Format: Modified Lincoln-Douglas model.
• Each participant: 5 minutes (4 minutes constructive + 1 minute rebuttal).
• Medium: English or Hindi (no switching allowed).
• Teams judged on Matter, Manner, and Method.

General Guidelines

• Formal dress code (Black & White).
• No accommodation provided.
• Continuous reading from paper/electronic devices will lead to disqualification.
• Professional decorum must be maintained throughout.

Registration Details

• Registration Link:

• Payment Link:

• Attendee Fee: ₹500

For Queries:

• Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Shubhangini Bhatnagar 9811834230
• Student Coordinators: Katyani Ranjan 7042499322, Sarthak Dewan 8376816077, Parth Kumar 8700350734

Awards & Certificates

• Best Speaker: ₹5100
• Runner-Up Speaker: ₹3100
• 2nd Runner-Up Speaker: ₹2100
• Winning Team: ₹5100
• Runner-Up Team: ₹3100

Advisory Committee

• Chief Patrons: Smt. Sudha Aggarwal, Smt. Neetu Aggarwal, Shri Vineet Aggarwal
• Patron: Prof. (Dr.) Anil Parkash Sharma
• Event Patron: Prof. (Dr.) Hemlata Sharma
• Convenors: Dr. Shubhangini Bhatnagar, Dr. Neha Maggo
• Co-Convenor: Mr. Sarthak Dewan
• Faculty Coordinators: Mr. Rohit Mishra, Ms. Vandana Kumari

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