Arbitration Possible Without Arbitral Institution Membership: Delhi HC

Rani Constructions Pvt Ltd Vs Union of India (Delhi High Court) Introduction: In the case of Rani Constructions Pvt Ltd vs Union of India, the Delhi High Court addressed the issue of whether membership of an arbitral institution is a prerequisite for invoking arbitration. The court’s ruling sets a precedent regarding the interpretation of arbitration clauses in agreements. Detailed Analysis: The dispute arose from an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreement between Rani Constructions Pvt Ltd and the Union of India for a highway project in Uttarakhand. The agreement cont...