Limitation Period Cannot Be Extended Based On Discussions Or Exchange Of Letters: NCDRC

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) ruled that the limitation period for filing a consumer complaint cannot be extended based on discussions or the exchange of letters between the parties. The case involved a consumer who argued that the ongoing communication should extend the filing deadline. The NCDRC rejected this argument, stating that the statutory limitation period must be strictly adhered to, irrespective of informal negotiations. This ruling underscores the importance of adhering to legal timelines in consumer disputes, ensuring that cases are filed within the prescribed period.