Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited informed stock exchanges that an arbitrator has terminated proceedings against the Canteen Stores Department (CSD) due to a lack of jurisdiction. The Sole Arbitrator ruled that no valid arbitration agreement existed between the parties, halting the dispute over recoveries related to Officer's Choice Prestige Whisky supplies.

The development follows an oral order dated September 26, 2026, with the written order received by the company on September 30, 2026. The ruling was passed under Section 16 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, following an application by CSD challenging the tribunal's jurisdiction.

Background of the Dispute

The company had initiated arbitration proceedings against CSD, under the Ministry of Defence, regarding disputes arising from debit notes and recoveries pertaining to whisky supplies. A Sole Arbitrator was previously appointed by the Bombay High Court under Section 11 of the Act. After the company filed its Statement of Claim, CSD challenged the tribunal's authority, arguing that no valid arbitration agreement existed between the two entities.

Legal Status and Next Steps

The Arbitrator's order is limited strictly to the issue of jurisdiction and does not adjudicate the merits of Allied Blenders' claims. Consequently, the company stated it intends to pursue appropriate legal remedies against this order to protect its interests. Furthermore, it plans to initiate separate proceedings for the recovery of the disputed claim amount.

What the Numbers Show

While specific financial values for the disputed recoveries are not disclosed in this filing, the termination of arbitration signifies a procedural setback rather than a final judgment on liability. The distinction between procedural dismissal and merit-based adjudication remains critical, as the company retains the right to litigate the underlying commercial dispute through other legal avenues.

Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited will hold a Non-Deal Roadshow in the United Kingdom from October 6 to October 8, 2026. This international engagement follows a scheduled meeting with analysts and investors on October 8, 2026, and the company's participation in the Nuvama Emerging India CEO Forum on September 28, 2026.

The new roadshow details were announced via an intimation to stock exchanges. It complements the earlier event organized by Nuvama Institutional Equities in Mumbai, where discussions focused on the Q1FY27 Earnings Presentation submitted on July 23, 2026. The company confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) would be shared during either interaction.

Event Details and Format

The September event was filed under Regulation 30(6) of the SEBI Listing Regulations. It allowed for one-on-one and group meetings with investors and analysts in a physical format. The schedule for both events is subject to changes due to exigencies on the part of investors or the company.

Disclosure Compliance

Allied Blenders stated that the presentation to be discussed has already been made public. The company emphasized that meetings adhere to regulatory standards by ensuring no selective disclosure occurs. The intimation notice for the UK roadshow was digitally signed by Sumeet Maheshwari, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, on September 28, 2026.