[MSMED Act] Statutory Authority Can Only Entertain Dispute If Supplier Was Registered Under The Act During Relevant Period: Madras HC

The Madras High Court ruled on the jurisdictional authority under the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act. The case involved a dispute where a supplier not registered under the MSMED Act was seeking statutory relief. The court concluded that the MSMED statutory authority does not have jurisdiction over such cases when the supplier is unregistered. This decision underscores the importance of registration for availing benefits and resolving disputes under the MSMED Act. It highlights how statutory authorities are bound by the provisions of their enabling legislation, reinforcing the need for compliance with registration requirements to access legal remedies and protections.