Writer’s Rangmanch, by Vidhi Mitra, DNLU

Writer’s Rangmanch – Scriptwriting Competition

Organized by Vidhi Mitra, the Legal Aid Cell of DNLU, Jabalpur

About Vidhi Mitra, the Legal Aid Cell of DNLU

Vidhi Mitra, the Legal Aid Cell of Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, is committed to promoting legal awareness, accessibility, and justice. The Cell undertakes various initiatives to bridge the gap between legal knowledge and public understanding, empowering individuals to exercise their rights effectively.

About the Event

Vidhi Mitra presents Writer’s Rangmanch, a scriptwriting competition under REVA: The Academic & Cultural Fest 2025. This competition serves as a platform for aspiring writers to showcase their creativity by crafting compelling scripts that will be performed as Nukkad Natak (street plays). The event blends impactful storytelling with social awareness, fostering legal literacy and inspiring change.

Eligibility

Open to students from all disciplines.
Both individual and team submissions are allowed (maximum of 2 authors per submission).
Scripts can be submitted in Hindi or English (Bilingual format allowed).

Theme: Jagruk Nagrik – Saksham Kanoon

The theme emphasizes the role of an aware citizenry in strengthening the legal system. Participants are encouraged to explore how informed individuals contribute to justice, equality, and accountability.

Sub-Themes

Participants may choose from the following sub-themes:

Know Your Rights – Educating citizens about fundamental rights, duties, and constitutional provisions.
Access to Justice – Importance of legal aid, counseling services, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Law and Technology – Cyber laws, digital evidence, and e-governance.
Civic Engagement and Responsibility – Participation in democracy, civic duties, and local governance.
Empowering Vulnerable Groups – Special protections for marginalized communities (women, children, persons with disabilities, etc.).

Submission Categories

Drama
Comedy
Thriller
Social Awareness
Any other original genre

Prizes

Winner – ₹3,000
Runner-up – ₹2,000

Formatting Guidelines

Font: Times New Roman (English) / Kruti Dev 010 (Hindi)
Font Size: 12 (Body), 14 (Headings)
Line Spacing: 1.5
File Format: PDF
Script Duration: 20 minutes
Character Count: Minimum 7, Maximum 15
Maximum of two authors per script

Selection Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

Creativity and originality
Relevance to the theme
Structure and coherence
Dialogues and character development
Impact and engagement

Important Dates

Last Date for Registration – April 08, 2025 (Extended)
Last Date for Script Submission – April 10, 2025 (Extended)
Results Announcement – April 18, 2025

Registration Fees

Author – ₹200
Co-Author – ₹400

Registration & Submission Process

Register using the following link- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOFfMUpLjNzvlDUqib1zi6GSrV6KEy8iOYvvvlGyhFl1UzgA/viewform?usp=send_form
Submit the script via the submission form before the deadline- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M8Ao2w_2liG22WPZd6PRaUth6gt2vaWnohqp6T90P3I/viewform?edit_requested=true
File Name Format:
- WriterRangmanch_TeamCode.pdf
- WriterRangmanch_TeamCode.doc/docx
Original & unpublished scripts only – Plagiarized entries will be disqualified.
Copyright Disclaimer – The Legal Aid Cell will hold the copyright of all submissions.