M/S.AMBICA CONSTRUCTION vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the arbitration dispute arising from a contract between M/s. Ambica Construction and the Union of India, emphasizing the applicability of Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The Court held that the appellant's request for arbitration was valid due to the respondent's failure to appoint an arbitrator or settle dues, thus allowing the appeal for arbitration. The judgment reinforced the importance of adhering to contractual obligations and the right to seek arbitration in case of disputes.