The NCLT has suspended operations of Court VI at its Mumbai Bench effective October 13 due to vacancies in the posts of members. All pending matters have been redistributed to other courts, highlighting institutional strain from staffing shortages.
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has temporarily suspended the functioning of Court VI at its Mumbai Bench effective October 13, 2026, citing vacancies in the statutory posts of tribunal members. In an administrative order dated October 9, the NCLT directed that all cases pending before Court VI be transferred to the five other operational courts within the same bench.
The suspension remains in effect until further orders and reflects growing systemic challenges due to delayed appointments. The NCLT is required under Section 4 of the Companies Act, 2013, to function with judicial and technical members, but prolonged vacancies have impacted case listings and judicial efficiency across multiple benches.
For legal practitioners handling corporate insolvency or company law disputes, this necessitates close monitoring of case allocations and adjournments. Delays due to structural limitations may be invoked in applications for time extensions or re-listing. The issue also underscores the need for timely appointments to maintain the efficacy of quasi-judicial tribunals in India’s commercial justice ecosystem.
Citations
- Section 4, Companies Act, 2013
