Background: The Bombay High Court recently heard a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by an NGO, seeking directions to the state government to provide compensation to the kin of COVID-19 victims. Parties: The PIL was filed by the NGO, while the respondents included the state government and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the state government was liable to provide compensation to the kin of COVID-19 victims. Court observations: The court directed the state government to provide compensation to the kin of COVID-19 victims, observing that the government had a moral obligation to provide assistance to those affected by the pandemic. Significance: The order is significant as it provides relief to the kin of COVID-19 victims who have been struggling to make ends meet. The court's decision also highlights the need for the government to take responsibility for providing assistance to those affected by the pandemic.