Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 19-09-2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Gujarat Seeds and Pest & ANR (Petitioner) and Godrej Agrovet Ltd (Respondent) in Transfer Petition (Criminal) No.51/2026.
- The petition was listed for hearing on 18 September 2026 before Hon'ble Mrs. Justice V. Mohana.
- The dispute pertains to criminal proceedings (specific details not disclosed) and the parties expressed willingness for settlement.
Order Details
1. Both parties are not averse to mediation to explore settlement possibilities.
2. Parties directed to appear before the Supreme Court Mediation Centre through authorized representatives on 26 September 2026 at 11 am via virtual mode.
3. If the mediator requires physical presence, parties must appear physically.
4. Any request by either party to the trial courts where the cases are pending shall result in adjournment to enable settlement negotiations.
5. The Centre shall submit the mediator’s report within six weeks of the mediation.
6. The matter will be listed again after receipt of the mediation report.
Final Outcome
- The criminal transfer petitions are placed in a mediation process, with a scheduled virtual session on 26 September 2026, and subsequent procedural steps outlined for report submission and further listing.
Topics: Mediation, Court Proceedings