This comes in the wake of serious concerns raised by the Madras High Court about rampant smoking of banned tobacco products, a particular culprit being 'Cool Lip' among school-going students in Tamil Nadu. A PIL filed by advocate R. Rajesh before the court had explained in detail how the manufacturers and distributors of these banned products needed to be dealt with as well.The Core of the Issue Cool Lip' flavoured tobacco item is strictly prohibited under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003. Though the commodity is strictly prohibited, the presence of this in local shops and the enhancement of usage among school children have caused alarm among parents, school authorities, and public health personnel. The item has an irresistible flavour, and it is highly addictive so that it is a great threat to the health of young children. Citing in his petition that the banned products could be easily accessible near schools and colleges, students will be most vulnerable to addiction Advocate R. Rajesh pointed out. The Madras High Court expressed very serious concern over the state's failure to enforce tobacco control laws properly, particularly in protecting minors from exposure to such hazardous items. Court's Directives Based on this PIL, the High Court passed a set of stringent directions to the state government of Tamil Nadu, law and order machinery, and the Food Safety Department. It directed the government to take immediate action against the illicit sale of the tobacco product and find out and prosecute those involved in the manufacture and distribution of the same. The court stressed that there should be more vigilance around school grounds as well as public areas to prevent small children from accessing such products. It also called for the government to initiate more awareness programs in schools to explain to the students the dangers of smoking and such other tobacco products as 'Cool Lip'. Health Implications and Legal Liability The flavoring of tobacco that gives it to the minors has been associated with notorious health risks such as nicotine addiction, respiratory problems, and developmental issues. It goes without saying that these products are still being marketed, despite a legal prohibition on them, and it is an important failure in terms of tobacco control laws in the state. In this regards, it held it quite essential that protection of children from such harmful substances becomes not only a legalistic but also a moralistic responsibility. It urged the governmental machinery to take swift and effective action for proper implementation of the ban on tobacco products so that children can be protected and their health and wellbeing assured. Conclusion The greatest need to enforce tobacco control laws in the State of Tamil Nadu with special emphasis on protection to minors is highlighted by the intervention of the High Court of Madras. Its orders, if suitably followed up would be very effective in checking the usage of banned tobacco products amongst the school-going students there and thereby would protect their health and future.