Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Justice Kant: Arbitration Faces Delays and Integrity Concerns
Justice Surya Kant, a Supreme Court judge, talked about a problem with arbitration, a way to solve disagreements that's supposed to be fast.
He said that it's become slow, taking too long like regular court cases.
He explained that arbitration should be quick, fair, and trustworthy.
He suggested some fixes, such as setting strict deadlines and following specific rules.
He emphasized that if arbitration loses its speed and fairness, it can't do its job properly.
The main goal is to make sure arbitration remains a good and reliable way to solve problems.
Justice Kant highlighted delays as a primary issue in arbitration.
Arbitration, intended to be a swift alternative, is now experiencing delays.
The solution involves stricter timelines and adopting institutional practices.
Independence and integrity are essential pillars for arbitration's legitimacy.
Courts play a vital role in safeguarding fairness and impartiality in arbitration.
- Who
- Justice Surya Kant
- What
- Spoke about delays and issues in arbitration
- When
- Sunday, September 21st (Report Date)
- Where
- Delhi Arbitration Weekend, New Delhi
- Why
- To address challenges in arbitration and ensure its integrity.
- Key Figure
- Justice Surya Kant, Supreme Court Judge
- Event
- Delhi Arbitration Weekend
- Organizers
- Supreme Court, Delhi High Court, Delhi International Arbitration Centre
- Main Issue
- Delays and integrity concerns in arbitration
- Proposed Solutions
- Stricter timelines, model procedural rules, case management conferences