West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata
Ritesh hails from a small town in Rajasthan and is currently in his third year of law school at a prestigious National Law University. His dream of becoming a lawyer is rooted in both personal experience and a strong sense of purpose. This dream has been made possible through the invaluable support of Increasing Diversity by Increasing Access (IDIA).
Coming from a lower middle class family, the financial burden of pursuing legal education at an NLU seemed overwhelming. With his father being the sole breadwinner and also a lawyer, Ritesh’s interest in law was shaped early on by his family’s legal background. His twin sister shares this passion, and together they are walking the path of legal education with the support of IDIA. For their family, IDIA’s assistance has been more than financial relief, it has been a gateway to opportunity.
Ritesh is drawn to law for its nuance and subjectivity. He appreciates that in the legal field, perspectives can vary and every issue is open to interpretation. This complexity and openness motivate him to use law as a tool to build a better and fairer society. His strong sense of social responsibility and his determination guide him in his journey to becoming a legal professional.
Beyond academics, Ritesh is a well rounded individual with a wide range of interests. He enjoys playing chess, sketching, cooking, and video gaming, always seeking opportunities to learn and explore. His creativity and curiosity are reflected in both his personal and academic life.
Ritesh has also started building his legal experience. In May 2024, he reached the quarterfinals of the First Virtual National Mediation Competition organized by LexPacto. He completed internships with People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) in Jaipur from May to June 2024, with Advocate Pradeep Shah at the Rajasthan High Court in October 2024, under AOR Devadatt Kamat, Delhi in May 2025 and with Ninan and Mathew, Kerala in June 2025. In October 2025 he completed his internship at Tree of Life Associates (TLA), Bangalore.
Ritesh’s journey is one of determination, passion, and the transformative power of support. With IDIA by his side, he is not only striving for academic and professional success but also preparing to become a change maker who will use the law to uplift and empower others.
