Bangalore, India (April 12, 2024): The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) announced a significant grant from the JSW Group. The funds will support a comprehensive renovation and expansion of the university’s core academic block and surrounding area, as well as the establishment of a cutting-edge research center – the JSW Centre for the Future of Law.
Upgrading the Academic Hub:
- The New Academic Block (NAB) located in the southern part of the NLSIU campus will undergo a major transformation.
- JSW’s grant will add four new floors and renovate the existing two, creating a technologically advanced learning environment.
- The redeveloped block, named the JSW Academic Block, will seamlessly integrate with the recently revamped library to form a new academic hub for the university.
- This modernized space will feature flexible learning areas, high-tech offices, and collaborative research spaces for faculty, students, and researchers.
JSW Centre for the Future of Law:
- This new research center will be a focal point for exploring the impact of technology on the legal system, profession, and education.
- The center aims to develop appropriate legal frameworks and incubate new technologies that promote legal reform and improve access to justice.
- Led by a dedicated director, the center will host doctoral and postdoctoral researchers who will collaborate with various stakeholders, including governments, regulators, academia, and civil society organizations.
Quotes:
- NLSIU Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Sudhir Krishnaswamy hails the grant as the largest in the university’s history, enabling them to expand student intake and create a more inclusive learning environment. He expresses gratitude for JSW’s commitment to fostering legal education and research.
- Mrs. Sangita Jindal, Chairperson of JSW Foundation, emphasizes the project’s contribution to improving teaching quality, infrastructure, and access to resources for students and faculty. She highlights the importance of legal education in shaping a just society.
- Mr. Parth Jindal, MD of JSW Cement & JSW Paints, highlights JSW’s dedication to education and their support for the Future of Law Centre. He emphasizes the center’s role in preparing future legal professionals to navigate the legal implications of technological advancements.
This collaboration between NLSIU and JSW Group signifies a major step forward in modernizing legal education and exploring the evolving legal landscape in the face of technological disruption.
