PAM DEVELOPMENTS PRIVATE LTD vs THE STATE OF WEST BENGAL

The Supreme Court addressed the arbitration proceedings initiated by PAM Developments Private Ltd. against the State of West Bengal regarding unpaid claims from a government contract. The court examined the validity of the arbitration process and the appointment of the arbitrator, ultimately affirming the High Court's decision to appoint a retired judge as the arbitrator. The judgment reinforced the principles governing arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, and upheld the appellant's right to seek resolution through arbitration.