PUNJAB WAKF BOARD vs SURJIT SINGH

The Supreme Court held that under Section 26 of the Sick Industrial Companies (Special Provisions) Act, 1985 (SICA), Civil Courts lack jurisdiction to entertain suits related to sick companies against proceedings of the Board. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to return the plaint for presentation before the appropriate forum, emphasizing the need for adherence to SICA's provisions. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's ruling regarding jurisdiction.