J&K ECONOMIC RECONSTRUCTION AGENCY versus RASH BUILDERS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Case summary from SCR

Issue for Consideration Issue pertains whether, despite an express designation of Srinagar as seat of arbitration, the conduct of proceedings and rendering of the award at New Delhi would confer jurisdiction upon courts at New Delhi; and the distinction between the seat and consequent determination of supervisory jurisdiction of the courts. Headnotes† Jammu & Kashmir Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1997 – s.34 – Juridical seat of arbitration – Appellant engaged respondent- contractor for execution of road projects –