Conference on Reimagining Justice For Farmed Animals by University of Delhi: Register Now!

About University of Delhi

The University of Delhi, commonly referred to as Delhi University is a collegiate research central university located in Delhi, India. It was founded in 1922 by an Act of the Central Legislative Assembly. The Vice President of India serves as the university chancellor.

About the Opportunity

The Animal Law Cell, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, cordially invites the legal fraternity to an academic conference titled “FROM SILENCE TO SENTIENCE: REIMAGINING JUSTICE FOR FARMED ANIMALS”.

“Silence to Sentience” represents the transformative journey from ignoring the suffering of farmed animals to recognising their capacity to feel, think, and deserve justice. This conference aims to build a just, ethical, and sustainable society where every sentient life is protected, while equipping participants with insights and networks that can enhance career opportunities in animal law, policy, and sustainable food sectors.

Event Details

Date: August 19th, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM onwards
Venue: Moot Court Hall, Umang Bhawan, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi

Distinguished Panel of Experts

• Advocate Varnika Singh, Legal Head at Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organizations (FIAPO). With 15 years of legal experience, she holds LL.M.s in Animal Law from Lewis & Clark Law School, Portland, and National Law University, Bhopal. Her distinguished career includes major litigation victories on street dog welfare, illegal dog fighting, Jallikattu, and circus animal bans, alongside significant contributions to policy reform, legal training, and advocacy.
• Ms. Astha Gaur, Senior Policy Specialist and Regulatory Affairs Specialist at The Good Food Institute India. She leads cutting-edge efforts to develop science-based regulations for smart protein, working directly with FSSAI and other regulatory bodies to shape policies that balance innovation with safety. Her work involves guiding startups, drafting policy recommendations, and creating accessible resources that bridge scientific progress with comprehensive legal frameworks for sustainable food systems.
• Professor (Dr.) Anju Vali Tikoo, Dean of Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, providing institutional leadership and academic perspective.

The conference is convened by

• Professor (Dr.) Sunanda Bharti, Law Centre – I, Faculty of Law (Convener)
• Dr. Sneh Yadav, Campus Law Centre, Faculty of Law
• Dr. Bhupesh Rathore, Law Centre – II, Faculty of Law

This conference comes at a critical juncture when Indian courts are increasingly recognizing animal rights and sentience. The event will explore crucial themes including constitutional dimensions of animal rights, regulatory frameworks for farmed animal protection, policy innovations in animal law, and how both legal professionals and citizens can drive systemic change.

Participants will leave with

• Deeper knowledge of farmed animal rights and legal advocacy frameworks
• Practical tools for driving change in animal law and policy
• Professional connections and networks relevant to careers in law, advocacy, and sustainable innovation
• Clear insights into emerging career opportunities in animal law, policy, and sustainable food sectors

Eligibiliity

Open to law students, future legal professionals, academics, practitioners, animal rights advocates, policy makers, and anyone passionate about animal rights and welfare, particularly those interested in careers in law, advocacy, and sustainable innovation.

Registration Fee

Nil

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Contact Details

• Ankur Arora, Student Convener – 7706053640
• Akshat Srivastava, Student Coordinator – 7307999761