(1.) For the reasons mentioned in the application, which is supported by an affidavit, delay of 19 days in filing the appeal is condoned.
(2.) I have heard the learned counsel for the appellant and appraised the paper book.
(3.) The appellant in his claim petition claimed an amount of Rs. 36,45,398/ - upto 30.6.2001, which was subsequently revised to Rs. 2,74,68,136/ - upto 31.1.2008 on account of interest on the delayed payment of the price of the goods, i.e., 4200 Kms. Of 6/2.59 mm Aluminium wire over 1/2 59 mm HTGS wire ACSR conductor code name "WEASEL".