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SCHOOL
OF LAW
THE NEW AGE LAW SCHOOL
INDEX
The New Age Law School 01

UPES Advantage and University of Tomorrow 02

Programs Offered 03

Scholarships and Global Opportunities 04

Academic Eminence 05

Professors of Practice 07

Eminent Faculty 09

Industry in the Classroom 11

Research Ecosystem and Milestones 12

Stories of Excellence 13

Recruiters 15

Holistic Development 17

Design Your Own Degree 19

Runway 20

About UPES 21

Campus Life 23

Hostel Facilities 25

Sports at UPES 26
 THE NEW AGE
LAW SCHOOL
The field of law has evolved significantly due to
globalisation and digitalisation. This has transformed
the way legal services are approached, moving away
from traditional doctrines. Courts and tribunals are now
embracing technology to deliver justice more efficiently.
To succeed in this new era, law professionals must be
adaptable and possess a diverse skill set. This includes
expertise in business, design thinking, data analytics,
technology, finance, commerce, geopolitics, human
behaviour, and international affairs.

The School of Law at UPES provides high-quality legal

education in this digital age, emphasising outcome-
based learning and the integration of new-age learning
technologies. Our future plans involve a strong emphasis
on digital learning, combining technology, digital
resources, live instruction, and experiential learning.
Through our global partnerships, we provide valuable
international exposure to our students.

At the School of Law, we are committed to equipping our

students with the skills and knowledge required to thrive
in the evolving legal landscape.

Dr. Abhishek Sinha

Dean, School of Law

Meet the Expert

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UPES ADVANTAGE

Ranked 3rd
in the North Zone 15+
among Top Indian unique specialisation
Law Schools 2024
by BW Legal World
Professors of
ABSIN 750+
Practice India’s first AI-Powered
from Top Law recruiters
Digital Law Professor
Firms, Judiciary and
Corporates Novel Semester abroad
Specialisations opportunity at the
like Disruptive University of California,
Technologies law, Energy Berkeley
& Environmental law

UNIVERSITY OF TOMORROW
UPES – the University of Tomorrow – stands as a beacon of transformative education, cultivating a
dynamic learning environment that transcends conventional boundaries. At UPES, the commitment to
academic excellence is seamlessly woven with a robust emphasis on digital preparedness that propels
students into the future with cutting-edge skills.

Runway, the business incubator at UPES, has encouraged student-led start-ups, fostering a culture of
entrepreneurship and innovation on campus.

The university’s global exposure initiatives ensure that students are not just educated but are globally
aware and prepared to navigate diverse landscapes. UPES has forged partnerships with prestigious
institutions worldwide, including the University of California in Berkeley, The University of Edinburgh,
UNSW Sydney, The University of Queensland in Australia, University of Gothenburg, University of
Bologna, University of Aberdeen, among others.

Through the Global Immersion Program, students at UPES avail experiential learning opportunities
that not only prepare them for the global economy, but also inspire personal growth.

UPES envisions, designs, and delivers education that is not just relevant for today, but also anticipates
the challenges and opportunities of the future, moulding students into leaders who will make a
positive impact on the world.

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 PROGRAMS OFFERED
Undergraduate Programs
CORE SPECIALISATIONS* (Choice based in 3 rd
year)

Constitutional Law

Criminal Law

Corporate Law

Taxation Law
BA LL.B (Hons.) - 5 Years
BBA LL.B (Hons.) - 5 Years Intellectual Property Rights
B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) - 5 Years Energy and Environmental Law
LL.B. - 3 Years
Banking and Insolvency Laws

International Economic Law

Disruptive Technologies Law

Industrial Relations Law and the Constitution

Postgraduate Programs
CORE SPECIALISATIONS* (Choice based in 1 year) st

Environmental and Energy Law

Corporate and Commercial Laws

LL. M. Cyber Security and Digital Laws

Intellectual Property Rights

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Selection Criteria
ULSAT/CLAT/LSAT-India/Board Marks/CUET (for UG)

Eligibility Criteria
Minimum 50% Marks at Higher and Senior Secondary level (X and XII) (for UG)

*The credits will depend on the minors/ exploratory courses chosen during the program’s duration. The program offerings are subject to
approval by the UPES Academic Council, and the University reserves the right to add, drop, and modify programs at its discretion at any time
without prior notice.

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SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES

Masters
Progression

Semester Abroad
With Tuition Fee Waiver

Semester Abroad

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UPES FACULTY MEMBERS ARE ON THE STANFORD
LIST OF THE TOP 2% RESEARCHERS IN THE
WORLD, AND 5 OF THESE RESEARCHERS HAVE
FOUND A PLACE ON ONE OF THE MOST COVETED
‘HIGHLY CITED RESEARCHERS’ LIST PUBLISHED
BY CLARIVATE.

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 ACADEMIC EMINENCE
WORLD-CLASS FACULTY WITH ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

and more...

FACULTY WITH PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS

and more...

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 PROFESSORS OF PRACTICE
1. Justice VK Maheshwari, Former Registrar General, High Court of Uttarakhand
2. Mr. Sharad Abhyankar, Senior Partner, Khaitan & Co
3. Ms. Tullika Jesrani, General Counsel - Legal, Secretarial & Compliance, Member of the Board; Kimberly
Clark
4. Mr. Anil Raturi, Former DGP, Uttarakhand
5. Mr.Soumava Chatterjee, Director and Asst. General Counsel, Bank of America
6. Mr. Amitabh Sharma, Partner at North Excel Associates
7. Mr.Gauhar Mirza, Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
8. Ms. Aakanksha Joshi, Partner Economic Laws Practice
9. Mr. Vineet Shingal, Partner Khaitan & Co.
10. Mr. Yogesh Bhattarai, Partner Trilegal

And more...

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 EMINENT FACULTY

Dr. Abhishek Sinha

Dean
Dual-qualified (England & Wales and India) Corporate Lawyer

He is a dual-qualified corporate lawyer with over 18 years of post-qualification experience, specialising

in Merger and Acquisition, Permanent Establishment, and Joint Ventures. Former Equity Partner at
India’s top magic circle law firms. Founder of NotJustLex, a government-recognised startup that offers
participatory learning to young legal professionals and law students.

Dr. Balwinder Singh

Cluster Head
Law & Social Science Cluster

He is an LL.M. topper from the Department of Law, University of Jammu. His doctoral work is on
Food Security Law, and he has published three books and numerous papers in highly esteemed
Scopus and UGC CARE listed journals. . He has supervised Ten LL.M. dissertations and two of his
scholars have been awarded PhD degrees under his supervision.

Govind Narayan Sinha

Professor
Specialised in International Dispute Settlement, Trade and Investment Law,
International Environment Law, Economics of Energy & Climate Change

A former member of the Indian Forest Service (1983 batch) on AGMUT Cadre. He holds an LL.M. from the
University of Birmingham, UK (2003) and has authored and edited eight books and numerous research
papers in diverse areas of law and public policy. With over 35 years of experience in one of the elite
civil services, he has worked under the Government of India, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh,
the Delhi Government, and more. His experience in the field of law and public policy makes him an
invaluable asset in the academic community.

Dr. Shikha Dimri

Professor, Cluster Head (Law, Management and Technology)
Specialised in Torts & Consumer Protection Law

A distinguished scholar who graduated with a gold medal in Law from HNB Garhwal Central University. She
holds a doctorate degree in Law relating to Medical Negligence and has made remarkable contributions to
the field of legal scholarship. She has been published in several highly esteemed national and international
journals, and authored multiple books. She serves as the Associate Editor of UPES Law Review, a UGC CARE
UGC-indexed journal, and is also a reviewer for many other reputed law journals.

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 Dr. Vinita Singh Chhetri
Sr. Associate Professor
Specialised in International Relations and Legal History

Recipient of gold medals from Banasthali Vidyapeetha and CCS University, Meerut. She was a research
fellow at the Indian Council of Historical Research in New Delhi and holds a doctorate in International
Relations. She has published books and research papers in reputable journals and regularly contributes
articles to diplomatic magazines.

Dr. Sujata Bali

Sr. Associate Professor
Specialised in Business Law, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, and Banking Law

With 15 years of teaching and research experience, she is a Senior Research Fellow (UGC) at the
Department of Law at Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India. She completed her PhD in Law
with a thesis on Banking Frauds in India: Emerging Trends and Legal Challenges in the 21st Century.
She has published 21 research papers, completed two consultancies, and presented 23 papers.

Dr. Parth Sharma

Associate Professor
Specialised in International Politics with special reference to China

A Gold Medalist from Aligarh Muslim University, he has earned a doctorate degree in Indo-China
relations and has served as a Junior Research Fellow. He has published numerous research papers in
highly respected national and international journals. In addition to his academic achievements, he is a
talented writer and regularly contributes news articles to newspapers on contemporary issues.

Dr. Anju Pandey

Assistant Professor (Senior Scale)
Specialised in Constitution, Environmental Law, IP related issues of Biotechnology, Law and
Economic Development

She is an expert researcher who holds a doctorate degree in IP-related issues of biotechnology from
the Central University of Rajasthan and has qualified for UGC NET. With a passion for writing,
she has authored books and published numerous research papers in highly esteemed national
and international journals.

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 INDUSTRY IN
THE CLASSROOM
Industry Alliances
The educational framework seamlessly integrates practical knowledge, bridging the gap
between academia and real-world practices and providing students with insights and skills
relevant to their future careers.

Experts on the Advisory Board

• Justice BC Kandpal, Retd. Judge of Uttarakhand High Court
• Mr. SN Babulkar, Present Advocate General, State of Uttarakhand (Constitutional Position)
• Lt. General Anil Puri (AVSM, SM, VSM): Current Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, Government of India
• Justice Swatanter Kumar, Former Chief Justice of Bombay High Court & Chairman, National Green Tribunal
• Arindam Ghosh, Senior Partner, Khaitan & Co.
• Snehlata Srivastava, Former Secretary General, Lok Sabha & Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India

Masterclasses
Continuing its commitment to delivering exceptional legal education, UPES School of Law conducts several
interactions with legal luminaries and academicians, such as:
- Justice Bansi Lal Bhat, Former Judge, J & K High Court, Former Officiating Chairperson, National Company
Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT)
- Justice U.C. Dhyani, Former Judge, Uttarakhand High Court
- Justice Vivek Chaudhary, Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench)
- Mr. Gautam Bhatia, Constitutional Law Expert Advocate, Supreme Court
- Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh, Former and founding Vice - Chancellor, National Law University, Delhi and NALSAR,
Hyderabad and more
The insightful and interactive sessions help students get a closer, more in-depth look at the legal sector and acquire
an essential skillset required for a successful career. There are a lot of interesting masterclasses planned for the
upcoming session.

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ROBUST RESEARCH ECOSYSTEM
AND ITS MILESTONES
1. Research and Innovation Initiatives:
• SEED Individual Funding: Financial support for testing research ideas.
• SEED Infrastructure Funding: Development of research infrastructure.
• SEED Incubation: Marketing of concept development for faculty.
• SHODH Support: Encourages innovation-driven entrepreneurship among students.
• Anusandhan Program: Updates faculty and students with the latest developments.
• IPR Cell: Focused on securing patents and copyrights.
• Learning with Leaders: Insightful sessions with experts and funding agencies.

2. Publication and Citation Growth (as of November 7, 2024)

• SCOPUS: 9,837 publications, including 1,670 in 2024, with 99,598 total citations and H-index of 98.
• Web of Science: 6,219 publications, 892 in 2024, with an H-index of 63.
• Patents/Designs/Copyrights: 759 filed, 510 granted.
• Funded Projects: 132+ undertaken, including 22 granted in 2024.

3. International Collaborations:
• CERN MoU: Collaboration with the world’s largest particle physics laboratory.
• BELLE II Consortia and KEK: Active involvement in high-energy accelerator research since 2022.

4. Global Recognition:
• Stanford Study Recognition: 45 faculty ranked among the top 2% of researchers worldwide, up from 25
the previous year.
• Ranked 13th in India and 2nd among private universities for this achievement.

5. Institutional Excellence:
• Reflects UPES’ strong focus on academic excellence and pioneering research.

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 STORIES OF EXCELLENCE​

Bhupendra Verma
BA LL.B - Energy Law, 2012

Partner - Projects and Project Finance,

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas.

Muskan Sethi
BA LL.B - 2020

Recipient of the Best Speaker title at the 5th TNNLU-CCI

National Moot Court Competition 2023, outshining more
than 35 talented teams from across the nation.

Muskaan Singh
BA LL.B - Energy Law, 2018

Accepted for admission to the prestigious LL.M. programs

at renowned institutions such as the University of
Cambridge, The London School of Economics and Political
Science, King’s College London, and many more.

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 Divyanshi Maheshwari
BA LL.B - Energy Law, 2018

She has been accepted for admission to the prestigious

LL.M. programs at The London School of Economics and
Political Science, University College London,
University of Edinburgh, and many more.

Ishanth Bansal
BBA LL.B - IPR, 2019

He is the founder of the Youth Warriors Foundation and

the Shuruwat Foundation in Uttarakhand. The organisation
strives to work for the underprivileged sections of our
society by providing food and basic amenities.

Nikita Chauhan
BBA LL.B - ITIL, 2018
Represented UPES at a government consultation, where
she served as the representative for the Pro Bono Club,
UPES, at the Ministry of Law and Justice in a consultation
titled ‘India @ 2047.’

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RECRUITERS

and more...

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HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT
What is the purpose of education? Is it merely to make students employable, remove ignorance and impart
knowledge? Or is it to create a better world? The seismic shifts taking place globally necessitate action to ensure
a secure and equitable future for all. Learners today are, therefore, required to be creative, collaborative and
communicative. They must develop skills to solve complex problems that plague humanity, work towards equity,
uplift the underserved, live healthy, happy, and productive lives. UPES School for Life (SFL) was established with the
intention to create true changemakers. Students learn to apply an in-depth understanding of attained life skills and
broad-based subject competencies along with core subject qualifications, to take advantage of educational and
employment opportunities. This broad-based learning experience helps them evolve throughout their professional
and personal lives.

The undergraduate program at UPES offers four clearly demarcated, yet academically integrated areas, covering
Core Specialisation courses, Exploratory (Interdisciplinary Electives), Signature and Life Skill courses, all of which
are credited and form the basis of the degree awarded. School for Life offers the latter three selections of courses,
which are structured to be read alongside the students’ core academic curriculum.

SIGNATURE EXPLORATORY
COURSES COURSES
(Interdisciplinary Electives)

These courses include areas that are not specifically These courses encourage students to develop a
linked to a vocation and focus on 21st century learner broad-based approach to learning by selecting
skills and attributes to meet the requirements of the subjects of study from other schools at the university.
graduate profile. They empower students as global This helps them grow their breadth and depth of
citizens of the future. These courses are undertaken knowledge beyond their chosen specialisation
by all UPES undergraduates and select graduate and exposes them to the wider scope of university
students from specific disciplines. education.

‘SRIJAN’ SOCIAL
LIFE SKILL COURSES INTERNSHIPS
These courses allow students to upskill into Srijan Social Internships are full-time, 8-week-long
university learning styles and pick up additional internships with social sector organisations. These
skills with a focus on enhanced employability internships are offered as part of School for Life at
and communication, along with management UPES and are for all first-year students. Through these
and professional skills, including critical thinking, internships, students will be exposed to a variety of
problem-solving, and creativity. social sector challenges that our society is facing and
find ways to overcome them. In the process, they will
build empathy and learn valuable leadership skills that
will be useful in both work and life.

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 DESIGN YOUR
OWN DEGREE
The UPES curriculum framework is holistic in its School of Design, and School of Liberal Studies
overall structure, yet focuses on the individual and Media. The curriculum also offers Signature
needs of students to discover, experience, and Life-Skills courses through the School for Life.
explore, and challenge. Along with the core To round off this learning experience, students are
subject, students can choose from subject- required to undertake mandatory internships in
focused specialisations. They are also allowed the social sector, government/public sector, and
to choose minor/exploratory subjects from industry. The combinations available for students
other schools at UPES, which include: School to pick and choose from are endless, ensuring
of Advanced Engineering, School of Computer both depth and breadth of knowledge.
Science, School of Law, School of Business,
School of Health Sciences and Technology,

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GLOBAL INDUSTRY
OPPORTUNITIES EXPOSURE

Corporate Law

Constitutional Law

Criminal Law

BA/BBA/B.Com.
LL.B. (Hons.)
Disruptive
Technologies Law

Energy and
Environmental Law

Intellectual
Property Law

and more...
STEP 1 STEP 2
Choose your degree program like Choose a specialisation from
BA/BBA/B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) options available corresponding to the
selected degree program.

SCHOOL FOR LIFE

LIFE SKILLS COURSES I EXPLORATORY COURSES I SIGNATURE COURSES

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We help start-ups convert their ideas into real and
viable businesses. Our goal is to assist brilliant
innovators in navigating the early stages of setting
up a start-up and reaching the point where they have
developed a product/service impressive enough
START-UPS START-UPS
to raise money. This will be achieved through a mix RECEIVED GRANTS PRE-INCUBATED
of mentorship, grants and investments, legal and
FROM THE UNIVERSITY
incorporation support, and allocation of workspace.

Runway Incubator Gains Ground

Prestigious Grants

ATAL INNOVATION MISSION

₹5 Crore to set up
START YOUR START-UP JOURNEY

₹3.46 Crore fund ₹5 Crore DST Atal Community Innovation

raised by start-ups to set up iTBI Centre (ACIC)
(Approved by NITI Aayog)

₹4.02 Crore ₹4.9 Crore MEITY ₹2 Crore State Business

BIRAC Sparsh Genesis Scheme Grant Funding Incubator-Grant Support

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 ABOUT UPES
Established through the UPES Act, 2003, of the State Legislature of Uttarakhand, UPES is a top-
ranked, UGC-recognised private university. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
2024, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, UPES has been ranked 46 among universities,
with a rank of 28 in Law, 41 in Management, and 42 in Engineering. Additionally, the university has
been ranked the No. 1 private university in academic reputation in India by the QS World University
Rankings 2025. It is among the top 3% of universities in the world.
UPES has also been accredited by NAAC with a grade ‘A’ and has received 5 stars on employability
(placements) by globally acclaimed QS Rating. The university has had 100% placements over the
last five years. 46 faculty members of UPES are among the world’s top 2% of researchers as per the
Stanford University list.
UPES offers graduate and postgraduate programs through its seven schools: School of Advanced
Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Design, School of Law, School of Business,
School of Health Sciences & Technology, and School of Liberal Studies and Media with 16,000+
students and 1,500+ faculty and staff members.

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*
NO.1 PRIVATE UNIVERSITY #
RANKED 46TH *
RANKED 4TH
IN ACADEMIC REPUTATION IN INDIA AMONG THE TOP INDIAN
LAW SCHOOLS IN INDIA

Ranking 2024
*QS World University Rankings 2025 University Category
#
*
Among Indian Private Universities

7 RANK IN
TH

INDIA

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CAMPUS LIFE
• Life at UPES is truly an enriching experience, where
students can create memories that will last a lifetime.
It is about young learners discovering themselves
through engaging activities that broaden their
understanding of the world.

• There are more than twenty student chapters,

including the Society of Petroleum Engineers, Cloud
Security Alliance, the Society of Law and Literature,
the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers,
the Moot Court Association, etc., as well as several
clubs such as the National Service Scheme, Ras Rang
Raag, Avishkarnam, Sphurit, etc. that cater to different
interests and fields of study.

• Events such as Spandan, the annual youth festival;

and ‘Wow Wednesday’, a mid-week activity for
showcasing talent, bring together students from
across all the schools on one stage.

• Sports events and activities at UPES offer students

a wide range of opportunities for personal growth
and skill development. Students develop important
values such as discipline, team spirit, patience, and
resilience.

• From learning to leisure and path-breaking

innovations to life-long friendships, life at UPES is
a vibrant blend of everything a learner aspires for.
It is a place where artists, explorers, athletes, and
innovators come together to pursue their passions
and explore new horizons.

Scan to explore
Life @ UPES

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 SAFE AND SECURE
HOSTEL FACILITIES
At UPES, we also prioritize the safety and comfort of
every student, both on campus and in the hostels.

To ensure a secure and healthy environment, we

implement strict measures, including:
• Deep Cleaning and Sanitization
• Hostel Access Control
• Social Distancing in Hostels
• Cafeteria Protocols
• Medical Facilities
• Security Procedures at Main Gate,
Rear Gate and Hostels

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SPORTS AT UPES
• A lush, natural turf football ground with floodlights and regulation goalposts, ideal for
practice, training and regional tournaments

• 3 natural turf and cemented cricket nets with floodlights for year-round training

• A high-performance, synthetic basketball court designed for matches and practice sessions

• An impact-reducing synthetic volleyball court, alongside 2 clay volleyball courts with regulation
nets and markings for both men’s and women’s matches

• Professional-grade table tennis equipment suited for competitive and recreational use

• 3 outdoor badminton courts designed to withstand year-round weather conditions

• A recreational room equipped with snooker, pool, air hockey and table tennis facilities

• A fully equipped gym catering to general fitness and specialized athletic training

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 EXPERIENCE CENTRES

KOTA DELHI PATNA NOIDA

Shivam Residency Avanta Patna One Mall The Iconic Correnthum
Narcotics Road 12th Floor, Ambadeep 2nd Floor, Maurya Lok Complex, 2nd Floor, The Iconic Correnthum,
Mahaveer Nagar-1, Kota, Building, 14, KG Marg, New Dak Bunglow Road, Fraser Tower C, Plot No 41, Sector 62,
Rajasthan Barakhamba Road, Road Area, Patna Noida, Uttar Pradesh
New Delhi

JAIPUR LUCKNOW INDORE

Workhauz Vision Space Smartworks
Plot No. 3, Power House, 4th Floor, Office No. 5, Ground Floor, Smartworks
Mirza Ismail Rd, Jaipur, Near BBD Viraj Tower, Brilliant Center, 17, Race Course Rd,
Rajasthan Vibhuti Khand, Janjeerwala Square, Opp. Basket
Gomti Nagar, Lucknow Ball Complex, New Palasia, Indore,
Madhya Pradesh 452001

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