Virtual Legal Marathon on ESG 6th Annual Edition
India's 1st Virtual Legal Marathon on ESG — a 24-hour Research Lab & Youth Connect Initiative, World Environment Day 2026.
A Background
This World Environment Day 2026, Dhir & Dhir Associates continues to lead in the ESG sector by fostering awareness among young environmentalists, nature lovers, and aspiring professionals through the 6th Edition of India's first-ever 24-hour Research Lab on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues. Centred on creating compilations of emerging global initiatives for environmental conservation and restoration, the Virtual Legal Marathon showcases the varied laws and their impacts across different jurisdictions worldwide.
The previous edition saw over 700 registrations from more than 100 law schools and related institutions. After a careful review of student profiles, approximately 100 students were selected to participate in the 24-hour marathon, with 30 winners recognised for their outstanding research submissions.
Eligibility Criteria
- 3rd, 4th & 5th Year Students of 5-Year LLB
- 2nd & 3rd Year Students of 3-Year LLB
For the Winners
- 30 Internship Offers with The ESG Advisory Desk
- Certificates of achievement
- Co-authorship opportunities with the ESG team at Dhir & Dhir Associates
- Annual subscription to Lex Witness — India's First Magazine on Legal & Corporate Affairs
2026 Marathon Schedule
- 18 May 2026Registration Opens
- 27 May 2026Registration Closes
- 29 May 2026Shortlist Announcement
- 2 June 2026Induction Ceremony
- 3 June 2026Inaugural Ceremony
- 4–5 June 2026Research Marathon Days
- 5 June 2026Closing Ceremony
Contact the Marathon Team
For general queries, write to esglab@dhirassociates.com. The shortlisting criteria is at the discretion of Dhir & Dhir Associates.