Time to Deposit Balance E-Auction Bid Amount Can Be Extended Under Article 226 in Exceptional Cases: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court has held that the time to deposit the balance e-auction bid amount can be extended under Article 226 of the Constitution in exceptional cases. The court emphasized that while there are stipulated timelines for such deposits, these are not absolute and can be relaxed by the High Court in its writ jurisdiction if there are compelling reasons and no prejudice is caused to the auctioning authority. This ruling provides a window of relief for genuine bidders who might face unforeseen difficulties in adhering to the strict timelines, ensuring that they are not unfairly penalized. It underscores the High Court's power to intervene in cases of manifest injustice.