In Brief
This appeal concerns delays in proceedings under Madhya Pradesh's arbitration law (M.P. Madhyastham Adhikaran Adhiniyam, 1983). The Court found that tribunal proceedings were taking five or more years, contrary to the statute's purpose of speedy dispute resolution. The Court directed that tribunal proceedings should ordinarily be completed within one to two years, and revision petitions before the High Court within two years. The Tribunal Chairman must ensure no unreasonable delays and alert the State Government when additional benches are needed. Parties may petition the Chief Justice if timelines are not met. The Court disposed of the appeal with these non-binding but obligatory guidelines for all concerned authorities."
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