M/S KSS KSSIPL CONSORTIUM THRO. ITS CONSTITUTED ATTORNEY MR. DEVENDRA KUMAR vs M/S GAIL (INDIA) LTD

The Supreme Court addressed applications under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, for the appointment of a sole arbitrator to resolve disputes arising from two contracts between the petitioner consortium and GAIL (India) Ltd. The Court held that the petitioner was entitled to arbitration due to the respondent's failure to provide necessary construction rights and permits, leading to delays and additional claims. The Court appointed an arbitrator to adjudicate the disputes as per the contractual provisions.