Agreement aims to promote interdisciplinary research, faculty exchange and joint academic initiatives in emerging areas of law and technology
TFP Bureau, Hyderabad/Raipur, May 18,2026: Mahindra University and Hidayatullah National Law University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in legal education, interdisciplinary research and institutional partnerships.
The agreement was formally signed by Vice Chancellor V. C. Vivekanandan and Vice Chancellor Yajulu Meduryduring the inaugural ceremony of the International Arbitration Confluence jointly organised by the School of Law at Mahindra University and HNLU. The three-day conference was held at Mahindra University from May 1 to May 3, 2026.
The MoU marks a significant step toward fostering collaborative academic initiatives and building a robust ecosystem for knowledge exchange in the field of law and related disciplines.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Vivekanandan said the partnership would encourage collaborative academic initiatives not only with the School of Law at Mahindra University but also across the university’s diverse academic disciplines.
“This MoU will help promote interdisciplinary engagement, especially in areas where law intersects with emerging domains such as technology, governance and innovation. Mahindra University has achieved remarkable professional and academic milestones in less than a decade of its establishment,” he said.
Prof. Medury highlighted that collaboration with one of India’s leading national law universities would open new opportunities for Mahindra University in academic networking and research.
“The partnership with HNLU will enable joint academic conferences, faculty visits and collaborative research initiatives. It will also strengthen Mahindra University’s growing focus on integrating law with technology and management education,” he said.
According to officials, the collaboration aims to move beyond isolated academic engagements and develop a sustained institutional partnership built on shared academic goals and research excellence.
Under the MoU, both institutions will work together to promote interdisciplinary research in areas such as law, technology, governance and public policy. The agreement also envisages joint supervision and mentoring of Ph.D. scholars and researchers, along with faculty and student exchange programmes.
The universities will also collaborate in organising conferences, workshops, training programmes, seminars and other academic events. Additionally, the partnership seeks to explore national and international research projects and funding opportunities.
Academic leaders from both institutions expressed confidence that the collaboration would enhance opportunities for students, researchers and faculty members while contributing to the evolving landscape of legal and interdisciplinary education in India.
The partnership is expected to strengthen academic innovation and promote meaningful dialogue on contemporary legal challenges, while preparing future professionals to address emerging global and societal issues.
