CJI Inaugurates Chandigarh Arbitration Centre, Highlights Reforms and Dispute Challenges

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant inaugurated the Chandigarh International Arbitration Centre during the first India International Disputes Week 2026, highlighting legislative reforms and judicial discipline that have strengthened arbitration in India. He emphasized the need for neutrality, professionalism, and minimal court intervention to build trust in institutional arbitration. Former CJI Lalit stressed early contract scrutiny in infrastructure projects to prevent costly disputes, noting challenges like environmental restrictions and contract drafting gaps that often inflate arbitration claims.