The Supreme Court of India issued significant directives regarding the rehabilitation of acid attack victims, instructing both the central and state governments to create clear policies for job opportunities for these survivors. The court's bench, consisting of Chief Justice Justice Suryakant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, highlighted the pressing need for a structured approach to aid the rehabilitation process and questioned the absence of solid plans for integrating acid attack victims into governmental departments and agencies.

The court emphasized the need for job creation, stating that if logistical issues prevent states from providing government employment to acid attack victims, they should at least formulate a subsistence allowance policy to offer financial support. This directive reflects a greater push from the judiciary to ensure that acid attack victims are not only recognized but also supported through stable economic means, thus addressing their livelihood issues more effectively.

This ruling underscores the importance of policy formulation in safeguarding the rights of marginalized individuals, particularly those who have suffered from gender-based violence. The Supreme Court's proactive stance seeks to hold governments accountable for the welfare of acid attack victims and aims to provide a framework that addresses both employment and financial assistance, having significant implications for the victims' rehabilitation and social reintegration.