Sir: The order by the Supreme Court to conduct chemical examination of all domestic and international brands of packed milk available in the market is commendable; however, it sheds light on the apathy of government that is primarily responsible to check the quality of edible items. The move calls for applause as it will help ban substandard milk and consequently protect the lives of many, especially children. Since the use of contaminated and substandard milk leads to serious diseases such as cancer and hepatitis-C, therefore, the court has taken the right decision by ordering a chemical analysis of all brands of packed milk. It is hoped that government would pay attention to the matter on priority basis as the health of the public is of paramount importance. DANIA ALI Lahore