Background: The Calcutta High Court recently heard a petition filed by a group of individuals seeking to prevent noise pollution in the state. The petitioners argued that the lack of regulation had led to an increase in noise pollution, which was affecting the health and well-being of citizens. Parties: The petitioners were represented by advocate S.K. Kapadia, while the state government was represented by the Additional Advocate General, K. Dam. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the state government had a duty to take measures to prevent noise pollution. Court observations: The court observed that the state government had failed to take adequate measures to prevent noise pollution, despite the harmful effects it had on the health and well-being of citizens. The court noted that the government had a duty to protect its citizens from the harmful effects of noise pollution. Significance: The Calcutta High Court's order is significant as it highlights the need for the government to take measures to prevent noise pollution. The court's directive to the state government to take measures to prevent noise pollution is a step towards addressing the growing concern of noise pollution in the state. The order is also likely to have implications for other states in India, where noise pollution is a growing concern. With the increasing awareness of the harmful effects of noise pollution, the need for regulation has become increasingly important. The Calcutta High Court's order sets a precedent for other courts to follow in regulating noise pollution in India. The court's decision is also likely to be watched closely by environmental groups, which have been critical of the government's response to noise pollution.