HNLU Faculty Development Programme on Emerging IP Jurisprudence: WTO Expert Delivers Inaugural Lecture
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur, launched a Ten-Day National Faculty Development Programme (FDP) focused on “Emerging Intellectual Property (IP) Jurisprudence and Evolving Trends of IP Teaching & Research.” The programme is organized under its DPIIT-IPR Chair initiative to promote advanced academic engagement in intellectual property law.
Key Highlights of the FDP
- Programme Title: Emerging IP Jurisprudence and Evolving Trends of IP Teaching & Research
- Duration: 10 Days (6 April – 16 April 2026)
- Total Sessions: 20 sessions (each 90 minutes)
- Participants: 70+ faculty members, researchers, and industry professionals
- Organized By: DPIIT-IPR Chair, HNLU
Inaugural Lecture by WTO IP Director
The inaugural session was delivered by Antony Taubman, Director of the Intellectual Property Division at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Key Takeaways from the Lecture
- Emphasized the growing importance of intellectual property in global trade and innovation.
- Highlighted the role of IP in building knowledge-based economies.
- Discussed the need for adaptive legal frameworks to address emerging technologies.
- Examined cross-border regulatory challenges in IP governance.
- Explained the relationship between global IP systems, including WTO and WIPO frameworks.
Vision and Objectives of the Programme
The FDP reflects a national vision aligned with innovation-led development and aims to:
- Enhance doctrinal understanding of intellectual property law
- Strengthen research and academic capabilities
- Encourage interdisciplinary learning and collaboration
- Promote high-quality legal scholarship in IP law
- Address emerging trends in IP teaching methodologies
Academic Leadership and Coordination
- The programme was curated by Dr. Ankit Singh, IP Chair In-Charge at HNLU
- Supported by a dedicated academic team
- Features experts from academia, judiciary, and legal practice
Address by the Vice-Chancellor
Vivekanandan, Vice-Chancellor of HNLU, highlighted:
- The transformation of innovation into market-driven systems
- The importance of understanding the global IP regime
- The need for an international perspective in IP law education
About the Institution
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), established in Raipur, is one of India’s premier National Law Universities.
Key Features of HNLU
- Recognized for excellence in legal education and research
- Offers specialized programs in constitutional law, corporate law, and intellectual property law
- Houses the DPIIT-IPR Chair, promoting innovation and IP awareness
- Focuses on interdisciplinary research and global legal studies
- Actively conducts seminars, FDPs, and academic training programmes