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Afcon Infrastructure Ltd.: Landmark Supreme Court Judgments on Arbitration and Infrastructure
In the realm of Indian construction and infrastructure law, Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. stands out as a pivotal case frequently cited by courts. The Supreme Court's rulings in Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. v. Cherian Varkey Construction Co. Pvt. Ltd. and related matters have profoundly influenced arbitration, tender processes, public works, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Whether you're a contractor, developer, or legal professional dealing with Afcon Infrastructure disputes, understanding these precedents is essential.
This post breaks down key principles from Afcon Infrastructure judgments, drawing directly from judicial observations. Note: This is general information based on public case law and not specific legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for your situation.
The Core Afcon Infrastructure Supreme Court Case
The landmark decision in Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. v. Cherian Varkey Construction Co. Pvt. Ltd. (2010) 8 SCC 24 addressed critical issues in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. The Supreme Court clarified the scope of Lok Adalats under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, particularly for pre-litigation settlements.
Pre-Litigation References to Lok Adalat
A key holding was that Lok Adalats can handle pre-litigation matters, but strict procedural compliance is mandatory. In one application, parties filed before a Lok Adalat at the pre-litigation stage, and an award was passed the same day. The court ruled: The reference to the Lok Adalat may be at the pre-litigation stage and settlement may be awarded by the Lok Adalat after following the statutory procedures–In the present case... the procedure prescribed for a pre-litigation reference to the Lok Adalat was not followed–Award is therefore vitiated** [
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• India - Delhi High Court
G.S.SISTANI, JYOTI SINGH
In the case of Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. ... Construction Ltd. ... The judgment of the Apex Court in the case of Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. Vs. Nagpur Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. and Anr.
2014 0 Supreme(Bom) 1494 • India - Bombay
MOHIT S.SHAH, M.S.SONAK
Kirpal placed reliance on the decision of the Supreme Court in Afcon Infrastructure Ltd. v. Cherian Varkey Constructions Pvt. ... Further, as a share holder, the HSBC can claim no rights in the assets of the company, which is precisely what the HSBC seeks to ... In the said decision, the Supreme Court did observe that certain disputes like criminal offences of a public nature, disputes as
2014 0 Supreme(Pat) 51 • India - Patna
NAVIN SINHA, VIKASH JAIN
Also relevant for discussion is the law discussed in (2010) 8 SCC 24 (Afcon Infrastructure Limited & Another ... Cherian Varkey Construction Company Private Limited & Others) along with the National Legal Services Authority (Lok Adalat) Regulations ... In Afcon (supra) pre-litigation reference was noticed observing as follows :— ... “38…..Though the settlement agreement
2021 0 Supreme(Guj) 696 • India - Gujarat
J.B.PARDIWALA, VAIBHAVI D.NANAVATI
authorities over administrative authorities - Financial Corporation is always expected to try and realize maximum sale price by selling assets ... Kakinada Seaports Ltd. & Ors., reported in (2017) 4 SCC 170;(iii) Afcon Infrastructure ... Such interferences, either interim or final, may hold up public works for years, or delay relief and succour to thousands and millions ... has been participating in the O & M drilling tenders for the past many years in almost all the tenders which are floated by the #HL....
2025 0 Supreme(Guj) 1691 • India - IN THE HIGH COURT OF GUJARAT AT AHMEDABAD
M.K.Thakker
The Apex Court in Afcon Infrastructure Limited and another v. ... is literal construction. ... A construction brushing aside words in a statute is not a sound principle of construction.
2026 Supreme(Online)(Ker) 12998 • India - IN THE HIGH COURT OF KERALA AT ERNAKULAM
RAJA VIJAYARAGHAVAN V, K. V. JAYAKUMAR, JJ
The learned Government Pleader reported that the work has been tendered, which is essential for infrastructure development. ... The court analyzed the status of the Konni-Achankovil Road project, as noted in SSCR NO. 25 OF 2025. ... The final ruling noted that the developments negate any continued proceedings. ... In that view of the matter, nothing further survives, and this SSCR is closed. ... When the matter was taken up, the learned Government Pleader submitted th....
2015 0 Supreme(Mad) 2944 • India - Madras
K.RAVICHANDRABAABU
in the very same matter as stated supra and also on the reason that the parties are litigating the matter for a long time. – Court ... Infrastructure Ltd. vs. ... of the said Act is only in respect of the executability of the award by any one of the parties to the proceedings. – In a given case ... ... (b) There is an objection in law to the interim order passed by the learned Single Judge, in view of the Judgment ... Infrastructure Ltd. vs. ... A p....
2010 0 Supreme(Cal) 4 • India - Calcutta
N.PATHERYA
Final Decision: The court dismissed the application to set aside the arbitral award and its correction. ... Fact of the Case: Petitioner filed an application under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, seeking ... Finding of the Court: The court held that the arbitrators were entitled to assess the claim on the basis of verified ... and to public policy. ... Grant of interest at 76.06% of the overhead charge is contrary to public ....
2011 0 Supreme(Cal) 19 • India - Calcutta
PATHERYA
Final Decision: The court dismissed the application filed by the petitioner under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation ... Fact of the Case: The petitioner filed an application under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 ... Finding of the Court: The court held that the arbitrators were entitled to assess the claim on the basis of verified ... and to public policy. ... Grant of interest at 76.06% of the overhead charge is contrary to #HL_S....
2012 Supreme(Online)(KER) 40943 • India - High Court of Kerala
ANTONY DOMINIC, J
Delay - Infrastructure Development - N/A - The court emphasized the need for timely completion of public works and determined ... the obligation of public authorities to adhere to timelines. ... Ratio Decidendi: The court compelled the Panchayath to ensure completion of the infrastructure project promptly, reinforcing ... It is stated that there is no progress in the matter and therefore, this wri....
2026 Supreme(Online)(ITAT) 5033 • India - Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (Mumbai Bench)
2025 Supreme(Online)(Gau) 10361 • India - High Court of Gauhati
MR. JUSTICE KALYAN RAI SURANA
2026 Supreme(Online)(Gau) 353 • India - High Court of Gauhati
MR. JUSTICE KALYAN RAI SURANA
2025 Supreme(Online)(ITAT) 10820 • India - Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (Delhi Bench)
2024 Supreme(CA)(CHRT) 102 • Canada - Canadian Human Rights Tribunal — Canada (Federal)
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