Indu Devi vs The State Of Bihar And Ors. Social ...

The Supreme Court directed the substitution of the appellant's name with Ms. Z to protect her identity, emphasizing the need for confidentiality in sensitive cases involving destitute women. The Court highlighted the failure of authorities under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, to timely address the appellant's request for abortion following rape, which exacerbated her trauma. The judgment underscores the duty of medical authorities to act promptly in such cases to prevent further psychological distress to victims.