LUCKNOW, Nov. 17 -- The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court has asked the Uttar Pradesh government to report on the rehabilitation of destitute persons. A committee formed by the court allegedly traced 97 homeless individuals within Lucknow's municipal limits. The bench said it now wants a clear update on the measures taken for their care and relocation.

The court directed the state counsel to present details on November 24. It asked the government to explain what action has been taken regarding the 97 persons identified in Lucknow. It also sought information on the situation of destitute persons in other districts, noting that enough time had passed since its earlier order for conducting the required survey.

The five-member commi...