M/S COMED CHEMICALS LTD vs DR C.N.RAMCHAND

The Supreme Court addressed a petition under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, where the applicant sought the appointment of a third arbitrator due to a dispute with the respondent regarding a Memorandum of Understanding. The Court emphasized that the appointment of an arbitrator is essential for resolving disputes arising from agreements and held that the Chief Justice has the authority to appoint an arbitrator when parties cannot agree. The Court directed the appointment of an arbitrator to facilitate the arbitration process as per the provisions of the Act.