Strengthening India’s democratic ecosystem, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) rolled out three one-year MA programs on February 21 in New Delhi, inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. Targeting electoral management, political messaging, and legislative craftsmanship, these courses respond to the need for skilled navigators of modern democracy.
The ceremony featured high-profile attendees like Tushar Mehta and Naveen Jindal. Birla celebrated India’s democratic maturity, predicting the programs would spur innovation, economic growth, and participation via enhanced political literacy and AI integration.
Meghwal illuminated drafting’s subtleties—one word’s multiple interpretations demand expertise JGU now fosters, streamlining governance from ministry to legislature.
Mehta deemed it fortunate to witness this, critiquing past neglect of drafting education; JGU leads with Gujarat and Jammu peers. Venkataramani foresaw exceptional graduates, Jindal vowed youth empowerment.
Prof. Raj Kumar articulated the programs’ purpose: counter democratic doubts with robust training, including simulations and internships for real-world readiness in diverse sectors.
Details from Dean Mahant: Electoral Analysis demystifies voter dynamics and ethics; Political Communication harnesses tech for influence; Legislative Drafting professionalizes policy-to-law translation. This comprehensive launch equips India’s next generation for influential roles, ensuring institutional resilience.