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16 Sept 2026

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15 Sept 2026

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Justice Bhargav D. Karia Calls for Statutory Framework to Enforce Emergency Arbitral Awards

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Why it matters

Speaking at the India Digital ADR Summit 2026, Justice Bhargav D. Karia analysed India's position on emergency arbitration and highlighted its necessity. He emphasised the requirement for a comprehensive statutory framework to govern the enforcement of emergency awards in India regardless of their seat.

Key points

  • Justice Bhargav D. Karia addressed the India Digital ADR Summit 2026 regarding emergency arbitration.
  • He examined the need for emergency arbitration and reviewed India's prevailing position.
  • He urged the creation of a comprehensive statutory framework for enforcing emergency awards in India regardless of seat.

What changed

Justice Bhargav D. Karia advocated for legislative reform to establish a statutory framework permitting the enforcement of emergency arbitral awards in India irrespective of seat.

Who it affects

Arbitration practitioners, disputing commercial parties, and alternative dispute resolution institutions.

Jurisdiction

India

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