Justice Prasanna B. Varela

Justice Prasanna B. Varela is actively involved in a range of ongoing legal proceedings before the Supreme Court, reflecting a focus on commercial disputes and infrastructure-related matters. Recent hearings involve cases such as Sterlite Iron & Steel's appeal against the State of Odisha, a dispute between the State of Jharkhand and Nawneet Marketing, and Shristi Infrastructure Development Corp.'s petition against Scorpio Engineering. The court has demonstrated a willingness to condone delays in filing and grant exemptions, as seen in cases involving National Thermal Power Project and Kalpataru Builders, suggesting a pragmatic approach to procedural hurdles. These developments highlight the Supreme Court’s continued role in resolving complex commercial and contractual disputes, potentially impacting investment decisions and operational strategies for businesses involved in infrastructure and related sectors.