You One Maharia Û Jv Thr.You One Eng.& ... vs National Highways Authority Of India

The Supreme Court addressed a petition under Section 11(6) and Section 11(12) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 for the appointment of a Third/Presiding Arbitrator in a contractual dispute between a Joint Venture and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to the arbitration clause in the agreement and the qualifications of the arbitrators, ultimately holding that the appointment of a Presiding Arbitrator must align with the parties' agreement and the technical nature of the dispute. The Court directed the appointment of a suitable arbitrator in accordance with the established arbitration framework.