The Orissa High Court has ordered the state government to provide relief to people affected by a cyclone. Background: The issue began when a cyclone hit the state, causing widespread destruction and displacement of people. However, the state government's response to the disaster was criticized for being inadequate, prompting affected people to approach the court for relief. Parties: The petitioners were affected people, while the respondents were the Orissa government and disaster management authorities. Legal issues: The main legal issue was whether the government had failed to take adequate measures to provide relief to people affected by the cyclone, despite the existence of disaster management laws and policies. Court observations: The court observed that the government had a duty to provide relief to people affected by natural disasters and ordered it to provide relief to affected people. Significance: The court's decision is significant as it upholds the rights of people to receive relief and compensation for losses and damage to their properties due to natural disasters. The decision will have far-reaching implications for disaster management and relief efforts in Orissa and may set a precedent for other states as well.