INDIAN COUNCIL OF LEGAL AID & ADVICE &OR vs STATE OF ORISSA

The Supreme Court disposed of the writ petition concerning starvation deaths in the KBK districts of Orissa, noting that the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) had effectively monitored and implemented recommendations to empower local residents. The Court acknowledged the cooperation between the Union of India and the State Government, which led to significant improvements in living conditions as per the NHRC's final report dated 30.8.2006. The Court concluded that no further directions were necessary at this stage, allowing petitioners to approach the Court if difficulties arise.