Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Govt Delays Final Decision on Insolvency Code Changes
The government is still deciding on changes to the rules for handling companies that can't pay their debts (Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code).
They asked for ideas from people earlier this year but haven't made a final decision yet.
This means some problems, like how to speed up the process and involve creditors more, will continue.
Experts think this is a delay that could have been avoided.
Some important changes that were expected include handling cases involving multiple companies at once, dealing with bankruptcies across different countries, and letting creditors help solve debt issues.
There is a hope the changes will be introduced in the winter.
Government delays final decision on Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) changes.
The relevant Bill for IBC amendments won't be considered in the current monsoon session.
Ministry sought public suggestions on a discussion paper released in January 2023.
Key issues like Section 31(4) changes and Creditor-Led Resolution Process (CLRP) remain unresolved.
Delay could affect insolvency procedures; experts suggest hope for the winter session.
- Who
- The government
- What
- Final decision on changes to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) is delayed.
- When
- The government announced the delay on Monday.
- Where
- Parliament
- Why
- The final decision has not been taken on the changes that would likely be introduced.
Expert Concerns
Government Position
Urgency of Amendments
Expert Concerns
Delay is unnecessary.
Government Position
No opposing viewpoint available in the text.
- Relevant Bill
- Not to be considered in monsoon session
- Discussion Paper
- Released January 2023
- Key Issues
- Section 31(4) changes, CLRP
- Regulatory-prescribed timeline for debt resolution
- 330 days
- Actual Time for Debt Resolution
- 713 days as of last fiscal