The Department of Expenditure under the Ministry of Finance has launched Vivad se Vishwas 2 .0 also known as Contractual Disputes scheme to settle long-standing contractual disputes involving the government and government undertakings.
This initiative was announced during the Union Budget 2023-24 by the Union Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. The scheme aims to provide an effective and standardized mechanism for resolving contractual disputes, thereby reducing the burden on the legal system and fostering a more business-friendly environment.
The settlement scheme will consider cases eligible if they meet the following criteria:
The scope of the scheme extends to all domestic contractual disputes where either the Government of India or organizations under its control are involved.
The scheme offers attractive settlement amounts to incentivize contractors to opt for voluntary settlements. For Court Awards passed on or before 30th April 2023, the settlement amount offered to the Contractor can go up to 85% of the net amount awarded or upheld by the court. Similarly, for Arbitral Awards passed on or before 31st January 2023, the settlement amount offered can be up to 65% of the net amount awarded.
The scheme holds several advantages for all stakeholders like:
Faster Resolution
By providing a structured and standardized settlement process, the scheme ensures faster resolution of pending contractual disputes, which otherwise could have lingered in courts for years.
Reduced Litigation Burden
The scheme aims to ease the burden on the legal system by encouraging parties to settle their disputes voluntarily, thereby reducing the workload of courts.
Business-Friendly Environment
The availability of a voluntary settlement mechanism fosters a more business-friendly environment, encouraging investment and growth in the country.
Financial Relief
Contractors will benefit from attractive settlement amounts, allowing them to recover a substantial portion of the net amount awarded or upheld by the court or arbitrator.
By offering a voluntary settlement mechanism with standardized terms, the government aims to expedite the resolution of pending contractual disputes involving government entities. The scheme provides an opportunity for contractors to receive favorable settlement amounts and alleviates the burden on the legal system. With the support of digital platforms like GeM and IREPS, the scheme promises transparency and efficiency throughout the claim processing journey.
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