On Saturday, the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council enacted three pivotal Bills designed to transform higher education across the state. Among these is a landmark initiative for a new international law university in Amaravati, promising a significant boost to legal studies.
Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh presented these crucial pieces of legislation: the India International University of Legal Education and Research Bill-2025, the A.P. Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, and the A.P. Universities (Amendment) Bill-2025, outlining a clear vision for academic advancement.
Minister Lokesh highlighted the Bar Council of India’s previous success in establishing premier institutions like the National Law School in Bengaluru, expressing a commitment to replicate this excellence. Thanks to the government’s forward-thinking efforts, Amaravati is set to become a hub for legal expertise, featuring not only an international law university but also advanced facilities for arbitration, mediation, consultation, and judicial training.
A sprawling 55-acre campus has been earmarked for this ambitious project. Notably, 25% of all admissions will be reserved for students from Andhra Pradesh, ensuring local talent benefits from this world-class institution, all while adhering to national reservation policies.
Furthermore, the Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to establishing a High Court Bench in Kurnool, a long-standing promise currently in active development, which will also include plans for an arbitration center.
Regarding private universities, Mr. Lokesh explained that amendments were vital to resolve conflicts between previous requirements for joint degrees with top-100 global institutions and current UGC regulations. This new legislation streamlines the process, paving the way for more international partnerships and elevating academic standards.
Finally, the Council also gave its nod to the Andhra Pradesh Universities Amendment Bill, a measure designed to modernize university language and eliminate obsolete references, ensuring legal texts are current and clear.