This document contains the full judgment from the Supreme Court of India in the case of National Highways Authority of India vs. Sayedabad Tea Company Ltd. It addresses a crucial legal question regarding the maintainability of an application for arbitrator appointment under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, in light of provisions within the National Highways Act, 1956. This judgment is essential for legal professionals, parties involved in land acquisition disputes, and anyone interested in arbitration law concerning highway projects in India.