Consolidated Reference In Purchase And Service Order Disputes: Calcutta High Court Paves The Way For Efficient Arbitration

In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court has held that a consolidated reference for arbitration in disputes arising from multiple purchase and service orders. The case, *M/S. Sauryajyoti Renewables Pvt. Ltd. v. VSL Re Power Private Limited, highlights the court's approach to resolving complex contractual disputes efficiently.

The petitioner, M/S. Sauryajyoti Renewables Pvt. Ltd., was engaged by the respondent, VSL Re Power Private Limited, to handle the procurement, setup, and maintenance of solar power installations across various sites. Several purchase and service orders were issued by the respondent, each accompanied by terms and conditions that included an arbitration clause. The petitioner alleged that the respondent failed to make timely payments, amounting to INR 33,26,231, and terminated the contracts illegally on 14 June 2024.