Arbitrator to decide on need to impleaded third party

Vistrat Real Estates Private Limited Vs Asian Hotels North Ltd (Delhi High Court)

Once a valid arbitration agreement exists between the parties, the issue whether the petitioner is entitled to any relief in the absence of a third party to the agreement or that third party is required to be impleaded in the proceedings, is covered by the Doctrine of Competence-Competence and it will be for the Arbitrator to decide the said issue. Thus, the issue whether in the absence of a third party, the petitioner can claim the refundable

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