IIM Rohtak Law Summit 2026 Focuses on Governance, Trust and Sustainable Economic Growth

- Rajasthan High Court Additional Judge Justice Anuroop Singhi inaugurates summit; over 50 legal experts and faculty members participate, with more than 400 students in attendance

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Rohtak, :

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Rohtak hosted its Annual Law Summit 2026 through its Integrated Programme in Law (IPL), bringing together legal experts, corporate professionals, academicians and students to deliberate on governance, trust and sustainable economic growth. Themed “Governance, Trust and Growth,” the summit focused on balancing economic progress with sustainable development, strengthening corporate governance, building regulatory trust in financial services and examining the evolving role of law in the business environment.

Justice Anuroop Singhi, Additional Judge of the Rajasthan High Court, attended the summit as the chief guest. The event witnessed participation from more than 50 legal experts and faculty members, alongside over 400 students.

Justice Singhi stresses balance between economic progress and sustainability

Addressing the gathering, Justice Anuroop Singhi said balancing economic progress with sustainable development was essential to achieving good governance, trust and growth. He highlighted the dynamic nature of business and law, noting that legal approaches and practices must evolve in response to changing market conditions and business requirements.

Congratulating students of the Integrated Programme in Law for gaining exposure to both law and management, he encouraged them to apply their interdisciplinary knowledge to real-world business challenges.

Emphasising ethical conduct and judicial accountability, Justice Singhi urged students to remain true to their values. He reiterated the importance of the principle that justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done, highlighting the significance of fairness, transparency and public confidence in the justice system.

Curiosity, ethics and accountability key to leadership: Prof Dheeraj Sharma

Professor Dheeraj Sharma, Director of IIM Rohtak, said the Law Summit had evolved into an important academic tradition at the institute. Emphasising the role of curiosity in learning, he encouraged students to move beyond rote learning and develop independent thinking, questioning and initiative.

He also discussed the growing role of artificial intelligence in the legal system, stressing the need to balance consistency in judicial outcomes with human judgment and sensitivity.

Referring to the Government of India's Mission Karmayogi, Prof Sharma underlined the importance of professionalism, ethical conduct and accountability in public service. He encouraged students to continue striving for excellence and acknowledged the contributions of those involved in organising the summit.

Four panels examine emerging challenges in law and business

The summit featured four panel discussions involving experts from leading corporate organisations, financial services companies and law firms. The sessions explored the relationship between legal governance and commercial growth, regulatory trust in financial services, corporate boardroom governance and the changing role of corporate lawyers.

The first panel, “Confluence of Legal Governance and Commercial Momentum,” examined risk assessment and the need for clear, predictable and adaptable legal frameworks.

The second, “Trust as a Regulatory Currency: Governance in Financial Services,” focused on strengthening consumer confidence and ensuring that regulatory frameworks keep pace with innovation and evolving business practices.

The third panel, “Good Governance and the Modern Boardroom,” discussed building a strong governance culture from the outset, clearly defining roles and responsibilities, and balancing board oversight with management autonomy.

The fourth session, “The Evolving Corporate Lawyer: From Traditional Legal Advisor to Strategic Business Partner,” examined how legal professionals can contribute to strategic decision-making by combining legal expertise with commercial awareness and sound judgment.

Representatives from several prominent organisations participated, including Anant Law Solicitors & Partners, APAC Financial Services, Argus Partners, Biocon, Canara HSBC Life Insurance, CMS Induslaw, Fox Mandal & Associates, GE Vernova, Hyundai Motor India, JSA Advocates & Solicitors, Mastercard Send, NIIF Infrastructure Finance Limited, SBI Mutual Fund, Zepto and other leading legal and corporate institutions.

Summit's legacy of eminent legal luminaries

Previous editions of the IIM Rohtak Law Summit have featured several distinguished members of the judiciary and senior legal professionals. These include Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant, Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, Justice Hemant Gupta, Justice K.S. Garewal, Justice Paramjeet Singh Dhaliwal, Justice Ashok Kumar Jain, and senior legal professionals Hemant Desai, Mohit Saraf, Sameer Jain and Harminder Chawla.

IIM Rohtak strengthens its position in integrated legal education

With more than 1,600 students enrolled, IIM Rohtak continues to focus on academic excellence, leadership development, research and policy engagement. The institute holds AMBA and BGA accreditations and reports a position in the 151+ category of the QS World University Rankings.

Since 2021, IIM Rohtak has offered a five-year Integrated Programme in Law, combining legal education with management studies. According to the institute, it is the only IIM offering this dedicated integrated programme, designed to equip students with legal expertise and a broader understanding of business and management.

The Law Summit 2026 highlighted the importance of aligning legal frameworks, corporate responsibility and public institutions with the demands of a changing economy. The discussions underscored that sustainable growth depends not only on economic progress but also on transparent governance, ethical leadership, regulatory confidence and public trust.