*Understanding the Ambit of S.29A of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996*

*Understanding the Ambit of S.29A of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996* 

Citation : C. Velusamy v. K. Indhera [2026] GCtR 172 (SC)*

An application under Section 29A(5) of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 for extension of the mandate of the arbitrator is *maintainable even after the expiry of the time under Sections 29A(1) and (3) and even after rendering of an arbitral award during that time*. Such an arbitral award is ineffective and unenforceable. But the power of the court to consider extension is not impaired by such an indiscretion of the arbitrator. While considering the application, the Court will examine if there is sufficient cause for extending the mandate, and in the process, it may impose such terms and conditions as the situation demands.