RPNLU Prayagraj Announced Institution Of Ravi Kant Memorial Gold Medal

Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj, formally announced the institution of the Ravi Kant Memorial Gold Medal during the Valedictory Ceremony of the Conquerors and Grand Intra Moot Court Competition 2025. This Medal commemorates the life and legacy of Late Senior Advocate Shri Ravi Kant, one of the most venerated members of the Allahabad High Court Bar Association.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the endowment of this Medal was executed between Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, Vice Chancellor of the University, and Mr. Tarun Agrawal, son of Late Shri Ravi Kant. The signing took place in the presence of the Chief Guest, Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal, Judge, High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The occasion was also attended by Prof. (Dr.) Kavita Solanki, Faculty, USLLS, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi, as Guest of Honour.

In his address, Justice Deshwal underscored the significance of the initiative, remarking that the medal not only immortalizes the service of Shri Ravi Kant but also resonates with the University's guiding ethos: those who tread the path of justice are never alone, for they are aided by the righteous. Justice Deshwal emphasized that this Gold Medal is emblematic of such support and recognition.

Vice Chancellor Sr. Prof. (Dr.) Usha Tandon, in her reflections, affirmed that the Ravi Kant Memorial Gold Medal will stand as a symbol of inspiration. She observed that the medal shall motivate students to aspire to the intellectual rigor, professional integrity, and commitment to justice that characterized the life and career of Late Shri Ravi Kant.

Late Senior Advocate Shri Ravi Kant commenced his legal practice in 1969 upon graduating in law from the University of Allahabad. Over the course of his career, he established himself as an authority in civil and constitutional law, admired for his analytical brilliance, clarity of expression, and dedication to the rule of law. Beyond his professional achievements, Shri Ravi Kant was also a mentor whose guidance shaped the careers of numerous lawyers and judges, leaving an imprint on the legal fraternity.

Reflecting on his father's lifelong dedication to the legal profession and his commitment to advancing legal education, Mr. Tarun Agrawal remarked that this endowment is conceived not merely as an award, but as a source of inspiration, encouraging students to pursue their studies with diligence and devotion.

The Ravi Kant Memorial Gold Medal shall henceforth serve not only as recognition of academic excellence, but as a tribute to the values, vision, and enduring contributions of Late Shri Ravi Kant. In his memory, the University reaffirms its commitment to nurturing a culture of merit, ethical responsibility, and scholarly distinction among the next generation of legal professionals.