Orissa HC appoints Panel to assess Condition of Leprosy Patients

The Orissa High Court has appointed a committee of three lawyers to check the living condition of people with leprosy to understand their needs.
In 2006-2007, Odisha was declared “leprosy free” as per the World Health Organization (WHO) standards.
According to WHO, regions reporting 1 case per 10,000 of the population can be called leprosy-free.