Lucknow : In a landmark move to foster research and awareness in the field of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), the School of Legal Studies at Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU), Lucknow, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Goa Centre for Excellence in Intellectual Property Rights (GCEIP), Goa.
The MoU marks a significant step towards enhancing academic collaboration and capacity building in the legal and innovation ecosystem, and was made possible under the visionary leadership of Mrs. Alka Das Gupta, Chairperson of the BBD Educational Group, Mr. Viraj Sagar Das, President, and Ms. Sonakshi Das Gupta, Vice President.
A Strategic Academic Collaboration
The agreement was formally signed in the presence of eminent dignitaries, including:
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Prof. (Dr.) Satish Chandra Sharma, Pro Vice Chancellor, BBDU
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Dr. Sudharma Singh, Registrar, BBDU
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Prof. (Dr.) Umesh Banakar, Founder of GCEIP Goa and Banakar Consultancy Services, Westfield, Indiana, USA
The primary objective of the MoU is to strengthen academic cooperation and promote research, innovation, and legal literacy related to intellectual property rights within the university and beyond. The collaboration will focus on:
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Joint research initiatives
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Training and capacity-building programs
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Workshops, seminars, and symposiums
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Outreach activities emphasizing the legal and innovative aspects of IPR
Building Future-Ready Legal Professionals
Speaking on the occasion, faculty and administrative leaders expressed their enthusiasm and support for the partnership. Notable attendees included:
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Prof. (Dr.) Arun Verma, Program Coordinator
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Vijay Prakash, Deputy Registrar
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Dr. S.M.K. Rizvi, Dean of Student Welfare
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Dr. Surendra Roy, Dean of Academics
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Dr. Rajeev Gupta, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, and Dr. Trishala Singh, who collectively pledged to advance this academic endeavor.
This collaboration aligns with the visionary legacy of BBDU’s Founder, Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta, who was a staunch believer in academic excellence and globally relevant education and research.
Aligning with National Priorities and Global Trends
By aligning with both national priorities and global trends in intellectual property law and innovation, this MoU sets the stage for a dynamic and forward-thinking alliance. It aims to prepare the next generation of legal professionals to navigate complex IP environments while fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and legal literacy.
The partnership is expected to position BBDU as a leading center for intellectual property research and outreach in Northern India, offering its students and faculty an unmatched opportunity to engage with experts and shape the future of legal education in the IPR domain.
