Background: The Orissa High Court has directed the state government to provide relief to people affected by a recent cyclone. Parties: The petition was filed by a group of villagers, who argued that the state government had failed to provide adequate relief to those affected by the cyclone. The respondents included the state government and the disaster management authority. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the state government had failed to provide adequate relief to those affected by the cyclone. The court examined the provisions of the Disaster Management Act and the rules framed under it. Court observations: The court observed that the state government had failed to provide adequate relief to those affected by the cyclone and that it was the duty of the government to ensure that relief was provided at the earliest. The court noted that the cyclone had caused widespread destruction and that the affected people were in need of immediate relief. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the importance of providing relief to those affected by natural disasters. The case emphasizes the need for the state government to ensure that relief is provided promptly and that the affected people are able to get back to their normal lives. The court's decision is also a reminder of the importance of disaster management and the need for the government to be prepared to respond to natural disasters.