YBN University continues to celebrate the achievements of its students on national platforms. Adding another feather to the University's cap, Ms. Shreya Shukla, a B.B.A. LL.B. (Semester IX) student from the Faculty of Law, won the prestigious Best Speaker Award at the 1st Justice D.P. Gupta Moot Court Competition 2026.
The national-level competition took place on 17–18 July 2026 at Babu Banarasi Das University, Lucknow. Law students from leading universities and institutions across the country participated in the event, demonstrating their legal knowledge, advocacy skills, and courtroom arguments.
An Outstanding Performance
Ms. Shreya Shukla delivered an impressive performance throughout the competition. She presented well-researched legal arguments, demonstrated a thorough understanding of the law, and displayed exceptional confidence before the judges. As a result, the judging panel honoured her with the Best Speaker Award, recognising her excellence in legal advocacy and public speaking.
This achievement reflects not only her dedication and hard work but also the strong academic foundation provided by YBN University's Faculty of Law.
A Proud Moment for YBN University
Congratulating Ms. Shreya Shukla on her remarkable success, Prof. (Dr.) Satyadev Poddar, Vice Chancellor of YBN University, and Dr. Deepti Bhargava, Registrar, described the award as a proud moment for the entire University community.
They expressed confidence that her achievement would inspire more students to participate in moot court competitions, strengthen their advocacy skills, and pursue excellence in legal education, research, and academic activities.
Encouraging Excellence Beyond the Classroom
Dr. Ankita Yadav, CMD, YBN Group, also extended her heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Shreya Shukla. She encouraged all students to continue striving for excellence in academics, research, innovation, and co-curricular activities. Furthermore, she urged them to represent YBN University with confidence at national and international platforms.
Building Future Legal Professionals
At YBN University, legal education goes beyond classroom learning. The University encourages students to participate in moot court competitions, legal research, internships, and practical training that prepare them for successful careers in the legal profession.
Moreover, the Faculty of Law focuses on developing analytical thinking, effective communication, ethical values, and advocacy skills. These experiences help students build the confidence required to excel in competitive legal environments.
Celebrating Student Success
Ms. Shreya Shukla's achievement stands as a testament to her commitment, perseverance, and passion for the legal profession. At the same time, it reflects YBN University's dedication to nurturing talented legal professionals through quality education and experiential learning.
The YBN University family congratulates Ms. Shreya Shukla on this outstanding accomplishment and wishes her continued success in all her future academic and professional endeavours.
