SC: HC can entertain writ against Sec 16(2) Order of Arbitrator only in exceptional cases

Bhaven Construction Vs Executive Engineer Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Ltd.& Anr (Supreme Court) Conclusion: Writ petition under Article 226/227 against an order under Sec 16(2) of an Arbitrator can be entertained only in exceptional cases, therefore, the High Court should not have used its inherent power to interject the arbitral process at this stage. Held:  The question arose for consideration was whether the arbitral process could be interfered under Article 226/227 of the Constitution, and under what circumstance. It was held that the Arbitration Act provides for a mechanism of chall...