Dr. P Vijaya Kalyani is the Principal of Padala Rama Reddi Law College in Hyderabad. She has done an LLD post-doctorate in Law, a PhD in International Humanitarian Law from Nalsar University of Law in 2004-2008, an M.A. in English literature, an M.A. in Sociology, an M.Sc. in Psychology, an M.A. in Political Science, an MBA in Marketing and HR, an M.A. in History with Distinction, and an L.L.M. with specialization in international law from Osmania University in 2000-2002. She even has an L.L.B. from Osmania University and has four years of work experience in the banking sector and 22 years of experience in the Law education sector.

Dr. Kalyani is a member of the International Human Rights Commission and a member of ENRA- National Environment and Research Academy. She is also a member of the editorial team of the Souvenir Committee. Not only has she written a book review on “Precedent in Indian Law,” authored by Prof. A. Lakshminath, Vice Chancellor, and co-authored a book on “Dishonour of Cheques – Judicial Trends.” She has also participated in and given presentations at many national and international seminars conducted by the various government ministries and Universities.

Padala Rami Reddy Law College

You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

I have a persistent passion for knowledge enhancement and have a belief that knowledge through education alone can transform people, remove the darkness of ignorance, and provide for a better society. Education paves the path of positivity and humanity, and it enlightens civilizations for better living. India has developed in many spheres with the help of expertise in technical aspects, the medical domain, and the legal domain only with the help of education. The most beautiful aspect of legal education is that it can be blended perfectly with other disciplines to create a new understanding and solve problems.

What is your vision for this college?

The college is like a temple to me, as I got my basic education here and learned many facets of Law with a team of excellent intellectually oriented management. Under the able leadership of our Hon'ble Secretary, Sri P.Srinivasa Reddy Sir, we are envisioning a mission of excellence in the field of legal education. We are the first private law college in the region of Telangana. Since 1988, we have built generations of legal practitioners, judges, and Legal professionals. Most of our students are well-known Advocates, High Court Judges, Administrators, and Academicians. Our vision for the college is persistent excellence in the dissemination of knowledge, keeping track of the latest requirements in technology for speedy and flexible platforms. We have a strong and established online mode of teaching tools and abilities and utilize them during the required times.

How do you plan to lead the institution towards achieving its academic and administrative goals?

The institute runs with the motivation to create great transformational leadership among our students at the college. Our management and leaders help us find passion in every facet of knowledge orientation and also manage the institute by providing excellent services to the students. We have initiated various student centered activities such as Moot courts, Client counseling competitions, Model United Nations, and various Essay writing, Debates, and Elocution Competitions.

How does the law college ensure continuous improvement in its programs and curriculum to stay relevant in the rapidly evolving legal landscape?

The college has a strong base of technology that we use for our online classes and PowerPoint presentations. The faculty members are also trained under the guidance of the management by updating their skills from time to time. The college plans to evolve an ADR center for the peaceful settlement of disputes and to spread its awareness among the local people. The college has recently opened its Eco Centre and wants to work in the sphere of environment protection along with various agencies. The institute also connects with various agencies and authorities to provide law internships to our students and also has a placement cell.

How does the law college encourage student involvement in moot court competitions, legal clinics, and other practical learning opportunities?

The students are given moot court problems, and competitions are organized from time to time. This ensures they are learning and have the ability to prove themselves by developing their skills. Prior to the competitions, the students are trained by their respective faculty Members to prepare. The students organize legal aid camps that spread legal awareness in rural areas. Our students are also active legal aid volunteers in court.

In what ways does the college support student who may face financial challenges in pursuing legal education?

Our management believes in a humanist approach, and we are fortunate to have our respected institute leaders, who are helping many Law students achieve their goals and identify their merit. We also provide merit scholarships every year and award Gold Medals in our Mini Convocation to students who top their examinations.

How do you encourage faculty development and support research initiatives within the college?

The college organizes, from time to time, Faculty Development Programmes and also conducts training sessions in different spheres of emerging law. Some areas that we cover are international trade law, international commercial arbitration, environmental law, intellectual property law, cyber law, and health law. Most of our faculty members have doctorates while others are pursuing doctorates. They have significantly contributed to academia via their articles and research on various academic platforms, such as seminars, international conferences, and workshops.

What career options can a student choose after doing this course?

Our students can fit into any legal role or position. Some of the positions are for past graduates who currently work as Advocates, Judicial officers, Researchers, Academicians, Solicitors, Legal Officers, Arbitrators, Mediators, or Conciliators. Some students also work as Civil Servants or Administrative Authorities in Law. They are able to work in so many positions because they have knowledge of many important aspects that are highly relevant to law students.

Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring students?

India is emerging as one of the most powerful countries in the world and is on its way to becoming a formidable force in the future. We need to trained and educated youth in the near future. Lawyers are social Engineers, and I believe that if we have a strong group of individuals who are well-versed in the law and its complexities, India can shine. As students, you should prepare now to be a part of this change and movement. The future is bright for lawyers, and you must do all you can while in college to improve your skills and get the best guidance you can.