Research in Environmental Law and Sustainability (CRELS) is dedicated to addressing the complex and interconnected environmental challenges that the world faces today. Through cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, and active collaboration, CRELS strives to create a sustainable future. It offers an interdisciplinary platform for research and community engagement, promoting environmental stewardship across sectors.
About the Event
The National Reel Making and Essay Writing Competition 2026, themed “Act Green, Live Clean”, invites students from across India to explore contemporary environmental issues creatively and academically. The competition combines digital storytelling and legal writing to promote research, advocacy, and sustainability awareness. It is organised by the Centre for Research in Environmental Law and Sustainability (CRELS), School of Law, Galgotias University, and is open to students of any stream at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Eligibility
- Reel Making Competition: Open to students of any stream (UG/PG); individual or team participation (maximum 2 members).
- Essay Writing Competition: Open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Law Students only; individual participation only (co-authorship not permitted).
Theme
Central Theme: “Act Green, Live Clean”.
Sub-Themes for Reel Making:
- Climate Change & You
- Plastic-Free Future
- Save Water, Save Life
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Sustainable Campus Practices
- Eco-Friendly Lifestyle
- Environmental Justice
Themes for Essay Writing Competition:
- Environmental Impact Assessment: Law vs Implementation
- Climate Change and Constitutional Governance
- Role of Judiciary in Environmental Protection
- Sustainable Development & Intergenerational Equity
- Environmental Justice and Public Participation
Prizes
Reel Making Competition:
- 1st Prize: ₹2,000 + Merit E-Certificate
- 2nd Prize: ₹1,500 + Merit E-Certificate
- All Participants: Participation E-Certificate
- The winning reel will be featured on CRELS’s official social media handles.
Essay Writing Competition:
- 1st Prize: ₹2,000 + Publication Opportunity + Merit E-Certificate
- 2nd Prize: ₹1,500 + Publication Opportunity + Merit E-Certificate
- All Participants: Participation E-Certificate
- The top 2 essays will receive a publication opportunity.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register online via the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeVPRl5B1raoZpReJ1TdWtwmUx1A86s9AP-d-fUJKYi3mJmg/viewform
Deadline
- Extended Registration Deadline: 25 June 2026
- Extended Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026
Fees
Participation Fee: ₹150 per entry (non-refundable). Payment must be made before completing the registration form. Registration is considered complete only after successful payment confirmation.
Contact
Email: crels@galgotiasuniversity.edu.in
