Kalinga University Organizes High-Impact Seminar on Cyber Law at District Court, Rajnandgaon

Raipur,14/02/2026 //  Kalinga University, Raipur, organized a high-impact seminar on “Cyber Law & Admissibility of Digital Evidence” at the District Court, Rajnandgaon on 12 February 2026. The academic–judicial initiative witnessed the participation of more than 160 advocates along with the esteemed presence of 16 Hon’ble Judges, marking it as a significant knowledge-exchange platform.

The seminar focused on strengthening legal understanding of digital evidence, cybercrime laws, and the evolving jurisprudence surrounding electronic records in the justice delivery system. With the rapid expansion of digital transactions and cyber-related disputes, the session emphasized the increasing relevance of technological competence within the legal fraternity.

The programme was graced by Hon’ble ShriVijay Kumar Hota, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Rajnandgaon, along with senior judicial officers including Family Court Judges, Special Judges, Additional Sessions Judges, and Civil Judges of the district. Their presence reflected the judiciary’s commitment toward continuous professional development in emerging legal domains.

The expert session was delivered by Dr. Azim Khan, Dean, Faculty of Law, and Dr. Palak Sharma, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, who elaborated on statutory provisions, landmark judicial precedents, admissibility standards under electronic evidence law, and practical challenges faced in trial courts. The deliberations enabled advocates to gain clarity on procedural safeguards, evidentiary requirements, and contemporary cyber legal issues.

The seminar significantly contributed to enhancing awareness regarding digital evidence handling, forensic compliance, and judicial interpretation in cyber-related matters. Participants appreciated the initiative as timely and professionally enriching, especially in the backdrop of increasing cyber litigation.

Encouraged by the overwhelming response, the University has further planning to organize similar seminars across all District Courts of Chhattisgarh to create structured awareness regarding the latest developments in the field of law, digital governance, and judicial processes. Lawyers and Hon’ble Judges have expressed their satisfaction with the initiative and have extended strong support and motivation for its continued expansion across the state.

This academic–judicial initiative has been carried forward consistently for the past seven academic sessions, receiving immense appreciation and encouragement from members of the Bar and the Bench.

By conducting this seminar within the premises of the District Court, Rajnandgaon, Kalinga University reinforced its commitment to bridging academia and the judiciary, promoting legal literacy, and supporting capacity-building within the justice system.

The event was coordinated by the university’s Faculty of Law team and concluded on a note of strengthened institutional collaboration.