Authority: High Court of Judicature at Madras

Order Date: 08 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Applicant: Deutz‑Fahr India Private Limited, represented by authorised signatory Mr. P. Ramesh, SIPCOT Industrial Complex, Ranipet, Tamil Nadu.
  • Respondent: Mr. Vishwanath Baburao Gavkare, proprietor of M/s Siddhi Agriculture, Ausa – Barshi Ring Road, Latur, Maharashtra.
  • The applicant filed Application No. 2553 of 2026 under Order XIV Rule 8 of the Original Side Rules read with Section 29 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, seeking a six‑month extension of the arbitral tribunal’s mandate to conclude trial, hear arguments and pass the award.
  • Counsel for the respondent, Ms. Avanti Kher, raised no objection to the requested extension.
  • The arbitral proceedings were at an advanced stage, prompting the court to consider the request.

Final Outcome

  • The Court ordered a six‑month extension of the arbitral mandate, effective from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.
  • The learned arbitrator is directed to complete the proceedings and pass the award within the stipulated six‑month period.
  • Both parties are directed to cooperate with the arbitrator.

Topics: Arbitration Extension, Court Order