New Delhi: The Law Commission of India National Conference on Law Reforms will be held on October 22, 2026, at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The conference will bring together legal experts, State Law Commissions, judges, policymakers and scholars to discuss ways to improve India’s legal system.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate the event, while Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal will also attend. The main focus will be on cooperation between the Central and State governments to make laws more effective and accessible.
Key Highlights Of The Law Commission Conference 2026
- Event: National Conference On Co-Operative Federalism And Law Reforms: National And State Perspectives
- Date: October 22, 2026
- Venue: Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
- Organiser: 23rd Law Commission Of India
- Chief Guest: Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan
- Other Dignitary: Union Minister Of State For Law And Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal
- Main Focus: Legal Reforms, Centre-State Cooperation And Better Administration Of Justice
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What is the Reason of Law Commission Conference 2026
The 23rd Law Commission of India is organising the conference to improve cooperation between national and State-level institutions involved in law reform.
The event will provide a platform for legal experts and policymakers to discuss current challenges in India’s legal system. It will also explore how laws can be updated to meet changing social, economic and technological needs. The aim is to make legal reforms more effective while respecting the powers and needs of individual States.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan To Inaugurate The Law Commission Conference 2026
Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate the conference on October 22, 2026. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal will also grace the occasion.
Senior officials of the 23rd Law Commission of India will participate in the event. These include Chairperson Justice (Retd.) Dinesh Maheshwari, Member Professor D. P. Verma and Member Secretary Dr. Anju Rathi Rana.
Representatives of State Law Commissions, former judges, legal scholars, members of the Bar and academic institutions are also expected to take part.
What Is Co-Operative Federalism In Law Reforms
Co-operative federalism means that the Central government and State governments work together on matters of common interest while respecting their constitutional powers.
In India, the Constitution divides law-making powers between the Union and the States. Some subjects also fall under the Concurrent List, where both Parliament and State legislatures can make laws, subject to constitutional rules.
The conference will examine how these different levels of government can coordinate their work to improve laws and the justice system. It will also discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between the Law Commission of India, State Law Commissions and similar institutions.
Two Technical Sessions To Discuss Legal Reforms
The conference will feature two technical sessions. Both will focus on improving the process of making and reviewing laws in India.
1. Reforms In Law: Needs And Methods
The first session will examine why laws need regular review and how legal reforms should be carried out.
Participants will discuss how social, economic and technological changes can create a need for new laws or updates to existing laws.
The session will also focus on making laws more accessible and centred on justice. Other topics will include periodic reviews of laws, research-based reforms and legislation that can respond to changing public needs.
India’s traditions of Nyaya, Kartavya and Lok Kalyan will also be considered while discussing reforms suited to the country’s social and constitutional context. The discussion will further explore how legal reforms can support social harmony and the vision of Viksit Bharat.
2. Allocated Powers, Shared Goals: Drafting The Future With Collaborative Jurisprudence
The second session will focus on cooperation between national and State institutions while preparing and reforming laws. It will examine how governments can work together despite having different law-making powers under the Constitution.
The session will also explore ways to improve consultation and coordination between the Centre and States. At the same time, it will consider how State laws can remain responsive to local needs. The objective is to develop a more coordinated approach to legal reforms without ignoring the constitutional responsibilities of individual States.
How Can The Law Commission Conference 2026 Help Improve India’s Legal System
The conference aims to encourage regular discussions between institutions responsible for reviewing and improving laws. Better coordination could help identify outdated laws, address legal gaps and develop reforms that respond to the needs of citizens and society.
The discussions will also provide an opportunity for States to share their experiences and learn from different approaches to legal reform. However, the conference is a platform for discussion and cooperation. Its announcement does not, by itself, mean that any new law or legal change has been approved.
Role Of The Law Commission Of India In Legal Reforms
The Law Commission of India studies legal issues and recommends changes to improve the country’s laws and justice system.
Its work can include reviewing existing legislation, identifying areas that need reform and examining legal questions referred to it.
State Law Commissions and similar institutions can also contribute by examining legal issues relevant to their respective States.
The national conference seeks to strengthen cooperation among these institutions so that legal reforms can benefit from research, consultation and practical experience.
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FAQs
Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate the conference. Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal will also attend the event.
The 23rd Law Commission of India will hold the National Conference on Co-Operative Federalism and Law Reforms on October 22, 2026, at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
The main objective is to strengthen cooperation between the Central government, State governments and law reform institutions. The conference will discuss regular legal reviews, constitutional responsibilities, accessible justice and better coordination in developing and implementing legal reforms.
