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2016 (4) TMI 834 - SC - CustomsSeeking direction for modification in rules governing availability of morphine and other opioids required for pain control in accordance with Circular issued by the Central Government - Held that:- the Government appear to have taken the issue regarding the availability of narcotic drugs for palliative care seriously and not only amended the statutory provision to make availability of the drugs easy but also to regulate the use thereof for medical and non-medical purpose In that view, therefor, the present petition does appear to have served its purpose and led to an improvement in the system that was earlier prevailing. There may still be certain areas of concern which according to the petitioners need to be addressed by the competent authority but the petitioner shall be free to seek such other redress as may be warranted under the law before the authorities. - Petition disposed of
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