Shiba Engineering Contempt Application Restored, Hearing Set for July 17

Authority: Court No. 12 GB

Order Date: 03 July 2026

Case Overview

• Parties: Shiba Engineering & Construction (Applicant) represented by Mr. Amitava Mukherjee, Ms. Arpita Saha, Ms. Antara Das; Nilotpal Chattoraj (Alleged Contemnor) represented by Mr. Suman Basu.
• Nature of Proceeding: Application for restoration of contempt proceedings (CPAN 1180 of 2023) that had been dismissed for default on 15 May 2026.
• Background: The contempt application was dismissed because the applicant failed to appear. The applicant later submitted explanations (paragraphs 8 and 9) indicating sufficient cause for the non‑appearance.
• Court’s Reasoning: After reviewing the explanations, the Court was satisfied that the applicant was prevented by sufficient cause from attending the Court at the time of dismissal.

Final Outcome

• The Court allowed CAN 1 of 2026, thereby restoring the contempt application to its original file and number.
• The matter is listed for further hearing on 17 July 2026 at 2 p.m.
• Judgment delivered by Justice Shampa Sarkar.

Topics: Legal Dispute, Contempt Proceedings