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Dispute Resolution

Step-by-step escalation framework, mediation, and arbitration for resolving complaints and commercial disputes.

Effective Date: 1 May 2025 Last Updated: 3 May 2026 Governing Law: India
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Our Commitment: Madhu-Rama Corporation is committed to resolving all disputes and complaints fairly, transparently, and in good faith. We encourage direct communication as the first step in resolving any concern. The structured escalation process below ensures every grievance receives proper attention.

Table of Contents

  1. Scope & Application
  2. Escalation Framework
  3. Stage 1 — Direct Resolution
  4. Stage 2 — Internal Escalation
  5. Stage 3 — Mediation
  6. Stage 4 — Arbitration
  7. Consumer Forum / Court
  8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
  9. Injunctive Relief
  10. Confidentiality
  11. Time Limitation
  12. Contact for Disputes

1. Scope & Application

This Dispute Resolution Policy ("Policy") applies to all disputes, complaints, claims, and controversies arising out of or in connection with:

  • Your use of this Website.
  • Any services, programmes, or products provided by Madhu-Rama Corporation ("Company").
  • Any agreement, contract, or arrangement between you and the Company.
  • Any communication, transaction, or interaction with the Company's team, representatives, or agents.

This Policy is intended to provide a fair, structured, and cost-effective framework for resolving disputes without immediate recourse to formal legal proceedings. Both parties agree to make genuine, good-faith efforts to resolve any dispute through the stages described below before initiating formal legal action.

2. Escalation Framework

Disputes should be resolved through the following staged escalation process, in sequence. Each stage must be genuinely attempted before proceeding to the next:

1

Direct Resolution (0–15 days)

Raise your concern directly with the Company via email. The Company will acknowledge within 2 working days and attempt resolution within 15 days.

2

Internal Escalation (15–30 days)

If unresolved, formally escalate to the Grievance Officer in writing. A senior review will be conducted with a written response within 15 additional days.

3

Mediation (30–60 days)

Parties attempt mediation with a mutually agreed neutral mediator in Mumbai. The goal is a negotiated, binding settlement.

4

Arbitration (final)

If mediation fails, the dispute is referred to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with seat in Mumbai.

3. Stage 1 — Direct Resolution

The first step in resolving any dispute is to contact the Company directly in writing at madhurama.corporation@gmail.com. Your communication should include:

  • Your full name and contact details.
  • A clear description of the nature of the dispute or complaint.
  • The relevant service, programme, or transaction to which the dispute relates.
  • The specific remedy or resolution you are seeking.
  • Any supporting documentation (copies of invoices, communications, receipts, etc.).

The Company will acknowledge receipt of your communication within 2 working days. A substantive response will be provided within 15 calendar days of acknowledgement. The Company will assign a designated representative to handle your case and facilitate communication throughout the process.

4. Stage 2 — Internal Escalation

If the matter is not resolved satisfactorily through direct contact within 15 calendar days, you may formally escalate the dispute to our Grievance Officer by sending a written escalation notice to madhurama.corporation@gmail.com with the subject line: "Formal Grievance Escalation — [Your Name]".

Your escalation notice must include:

  • A reference to your earlier communication and the date it was sent.
  • A summary of the Company's response (or lack thereof) to date.
  • A clear statement of your outstanding concerns and the resolution you are seeking.

The Grievance Officer will conduct a senior review of the matter and provide a written final response within 15 calendar days of receipt of the escalation notice. This final response will represent the Company's definitive position on the matter at the internal stage.

5. Stage 3 — Mediation

If the dispute is not resolved through internal escalation, both parties agree to attempt resolution through structured mediation before initiating legal or arbitral proceedings.

  • Mediator selection: The mediator shall be a qualified, neutral individual mutually agreed upon by both parties within 10 days of written notice of the intent to mediate. If no agreement is reached on the mediator's identity within this period, either party may request appointment of a mediator by a recognised mediation institution in Mumbai.
  • Venue: Mediation shall be conducted in Mumbai, Maharashtra, unless both parties mutually agree to an alternative venue or to conduct mediation remotely.
  • Costs: Mediation costs (including mediator fees) shall be shared equally between the parties, unless otherwise agreed.
  • Duration: The mediation process shall be completed within 30 calendar days of the mediator's appointment, unless extended by mutual written consent.
  • Settlement: Any settlement reached through mediation shall be recorded in a written settlement agreement signed by both parties and shall be binding on both parties.
  • Confidentiality: All mediation communications, disclosures, and proceedings are strictly confidential and shall not be used as evidence in any subsequent arbitral or judicial proceedings.

6. Stage 4 — Arbitration

If mediation fails or if either party declines to participate in mediation, the dispute shall be finally resolved by binding arbitration. Both parties agree to be bound by the following arbitration terms:

  • Governing statute: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (India), as amended by the Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Acts of 2015, 2019, and 2021.
  • Number of arbitrators: One (1) sole arbitrator, mutually agreed upon within 15 days of the notice of arbitration. If no agreement is reached, the arbitrator shall be appointed in accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
  • Seat and venue: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
  • Language: English.
  • Award: The arbitral award shall be in writing, reasoned, and final and binding on both parties. The award may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.
  • Costs: The arbitrator shall have discretion to award costs, including legal fees, against the losing party.
  • Confidentiality: All arbitral proceedings, submissions, evidence, and awards are strictly confidential.
  • Limitation on class actions: All disputes shall be resolved on an individual basis. Neither party may initiate or join a class or collective arbitration or proceedings.

7. Consumer Forum / Court

Nothing in this Policy shall be construed to limit or restrict your rights under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. If you are a consumer within the meaning of that Act and your dispute falls within its scope, you retain the right to approach the relevant Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum or Commission, notwithstanding the arbitration clause above.

Additionally, either party may seek emergency injunctive or other interim relief from a court of competent jurisdiction pending arbitration, where such relief is necessary to prevent irreparable harm. Seeking such relief does not constitute a waiver of the agreement to arbitrate.

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Policy and all disputes arising from or related to it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Subject to the arbitration clause above, the courts of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, shall have exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate any dispute that is not subject to arbitration under this Policy.

9. Injunctive Relief

Notwithstanding any other provision of this Policy, either party may seek immediate injunctive relief or other emergency equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights, confidential information, or other proprietary interests, without being required to first complete the staged dispute resolution process described in this Policy.

10. Confidentiality

All stages of the dispute resolution process — including direct negotiations, internal escalation proceedings, mediation, and arbitration — are strictly confidential. The parties shall not disclose the existence, substance, or outcome of any dispute resolution proceedings to any third party without the prior written consent of the other party, except as required by applicable law, court order, or regulatory authority.

11. Time Limitation

Any claim or dispute must be raised within three (3) years from the date on which the relevant cause of action arose, or within any shorter limitation period prescribed by applicable Indian law, whichever is shorter. Claims raised after this period shall be time-barred and will not be considered by the Company or in any arbitral or judicial proceedings.

12. Contact for Disputes

Grievance Officer — Madhu-Rama Corporation
Office #10, Vijay Bhagya Lakshmi Society, Vadarpada, Goregaon (East),
Gen. Arun Kumar Vaidya Marg, Near Gokuldham Market,
Mumbai – 400063, Maharashtra, India
Email: madhurama.corporation@gmail.com
Subject: "Dispute — [Your Name] — [Brief Description]"

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