Authority: Chief Justice G.S. Sandhawalia
Order Date: 17 July 2026
Case Overview
- Parties: M/s Continental Construction Projects Limited (applicant‑petitioner) and M/s Beas Valley Power Corporation Limited (respondent).
- Arbitration Reference: OMP No.516 of 2026 in Arbitration Case No.573 of 2023.
- The applicant filed an application under Section 29‑A(4) and (5) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, seeking further extension of the arbitrator’s mandate.
- An earlier extension had been granted until 30 June 2026 by order dated 09 January 2026.
- The parties reported that arguments in the reference were concluded and they were prepared for compilation of pleadings, oral evidence, and documents, with written submissions pending.
- Respondent counsel, Senior Advocate H.S. Bhogal, appeared and stated that the respondent had already complied with required steps.
Final Outcome
- The application for extension was allowed.
- The arbitrator was directed to conclude the arbitration proceedings by 30 September 2026.
- The application was disposed of accordingly.
Topics: Arbitration, Mandate Extension