STATE OF ORISSA Vs. DURGA CHARAN ROUTRAY

JUDGEMENT

(1.) LEAVE granted. Heard.

(2.) THE appellant entrusted the construction of Earth Dam of Kuanaria Irrigation Project (balance work) to the respondent. The contract was entered at Puri. The work was executed in Puri District. Certain disputes arose and they were referred to arbitration. The Arbitrator made an Award dated 7.3.2003 for Rs.34.81 lakhs and interest.

(3.) IN the meanwhile, the respondent had levied execution in respect of the award. In the said execution proceedings, the executing Court made an order dated 3.4.2004 directing the appellant to deposit the award amount and permitted the respondent to withdraw the amount by furnishing security. That order was also challenged by the appellant by filing an appeal.