In an inspiring address to incoming legal scholars, former Supreme Court Judge and retired Karnataka Lokayukta, Justice N. Santosh Hegde, called upon the youth to take a firm resolve to safeguard the Constitution, uphold democratic values, and root out corruption from public governance.
Justice Hegde was speaking as the Chief Guest during the inaugural ceremony of the new academic year and the Professional Development Workshop organized by the Department of Law at ISBR Law College, Electronic City, Bengaluru.
“The role of law students in protecting the Constitution and democracy is paramount. The youth carry the responsibility of strengthening national integrity and unity. Law is a noble profession, and students must stand unwaveringly on the side of truth and justice.”
— Justice N. Santosh Hegde, Retired Lokayukta
Key Highlights from the Address
1. Eradicating Corruption & Public Governance
Justice Hegde urged students and future legal minds to make a personal commitment to eliminating corruption at every level of the executive and legislature. He emphasized that public officials and elected representatives must work with dedication and transparency to provide citizen-friendly administration.
2. Early Preparation for Judicial Excellence
Highlighting the nobility of the legal profession, Justice Hegde advised law aspirants to begin their preparation for judicial competitive examinations early during their degree programs, ensuring they enter the legal sphere equipped with both knowledge and ethics.
3. ISBR’s Vision for Quality Legal Education
Speaking at the event, Mr. Manish Kothari, Chairman of the ISBR Management Board, highlighted ISBR’s commitment to delivering high-quality legal education to students from both rural and urban backgrounds. He noted that the college’s curriculum emphasizes:
- Practical Legal Exposure & Internships: Ensuring holistic student development through industry and courtroom immersion.
- Specialized Judicial Coaching: Conducting targeted training camps to prepare students for judicial competitive exams.
Eminent Guests and Dignitaries Present
The inauguration was attended by distinguished figures from academia, the judiciary, and corporate leadership:
- Mr. Shishir Raj – Advocate, Supreme Court of India
- Mr. Basudev Mukherjee – Assistant Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India
- Mr. Amit Srikanth – Senior Vice President, Infosys
- Ms. Anita Ramachandran – IMS Unison University
- Advocates: Mr. Prasad Subbanna, Ms. Nagashree, and Ms. Priyanka Khatri
- ISBR Leadership: Dr. Balawant Kalaskar (Principal, ISBR Law College), Mr. K.S. Anandaram, Dr. C. Manohar, Mr. R. Narasimhan, Mr. Niranjan, Ms. Neela Chotai, Ms. Savitha, and Ms. Kavitha Madhusudan.
About ISBR Business School: ISBR Business School, located in Bangalore, India, is a premier institution dedicated to providing world-class education in business and management. Accredited by the NBA and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities and the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, ISBR has consistently been ranked as a platinum institute by AICTE-CII. With a diverse student body, a strong emphasis on industry collaboration, and a curriculum designed to foster innovation and leadership, ISBR Business School is committed to shaping the business leaders of tomorrow. The school’s robust placement record and partnerships with top global companies underscore its commitment to excellence and career readiness for its students