Background: The Bombay High Court recently heard a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a consumer rights organization, seeking directions to the Maharashtra Government to fill vacant posts in consumer forums across the state. Parties: The PIL was filed by the consumer rights organization, while the respondents included the Maharashtra Government and the Consumer Protection Council. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the state government had failed in its duty to ensure that consumer forums were functioning effectively, by not filling vacant posts. Court observations: The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra Government to fill the vacant posts in consumer forums, observing that the delay was causing inconvenience to consumers and affecting the functioning of the forums. The court also noted that the government had failed to provide adequate infrastructure and staff to the forums. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the importance of consumer protection and the need for effective functioning of consumer forums. The direction to fill vacant posts will ensure that consumers have access to justice and that their grievances are addressed promptly. The court's decision also emphasizes the responsibility of the state government to ensure that consumer forums are functioning effectively.