Background: The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently heard a petition filed by a group of hospitals, seeking directions to ensure a smooth supply of oxygen to COVID-19 patients. Parties: The petition was filed by the hospitals, while the respondents included the Punjab and Haryana Governments and the state health departments. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the state governments were bound to ensure a smooth supply of oxygen to COVID-19 patients. Court observations: The court directed the state governments to ensure a smooth supply of oxygen, observing that it was bound to do so by the Constitution and the relevant laws. The court also noted that the state governments had failed to provide any valid reasons for not ensuring a smooth supply of oxygen. Significance: The order is significant as it upholds the rights of COVID-19 patients to receive medical treatment, including oxygen. The provision of oxygen is seen as an important step towards promoting public health and saving lives. The case highlights the importance of ensuring that the state governments take all necessary steps to promote public health, especially during times of crisis.