Swami Samarth Sahakari Election Extended 60 Days

Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 10-08-2026

Case Overview

• Petitioners: Shri Swami Samarth Sahakari Dudh Vyavsayik Sanstha Maryadit & Ors.
• Respondents: State of Maharashtra & Ors.
• The application (IA No. 220456/2026) sought condonation of delay and an extension of time for completing the election process of the cooperative society.
• Counsel for both sides, including senior advocates such as Mr. Mukul Rohatgi and others, were heard before a bench comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Pamidighantam, Sri Narasimha, and Mr. Justice Alok Aradhe.
• The Court considered the submissions and the necessity of completing the election within a reasonable timeframe.

Final Outcome

• The Court extends the time for completion of the election process by 60 days, setting a new deadline of 10 October 2026.
• It expressly states that no further extension shall be granted for this purpose.
• All miscellaneous applications and contempt petitions filed in this matter are disposed of.
• Any pending interlocutory applications, if any, are also disposed of.

Topics: Election Process, Cooperative Society, Time Extension