Background: The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently heard a petition filed by a group of individuals, seeking directions to the Chandigarh Administration to provide compensation to families of COVID-19 victims. Parties: The petition was filed by the group of individuals, while the respondents included the Chandigarh Administration and the Health Department. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the administration had failed to provide adequate compensation to families of COVID-19 victims, despite the enactment of the Disaster Management Act. Court observations: The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed the administration to provide compensation to families of COVID-19 victims, observing that the delay was causing hardship to the families. The court also noted that the administration had failed to provide adequate support to the families, despite the enactment of the Disaster Management Act. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the importance of providing compensation to families of COVID-19 victims. The direction to the administration will ensure that the families receive the compensation they are entitled to, and that their rights are protected. The court's decision also emphasizes the responsibility of the administration to implement the provisions of the Disaster Management Act.