In Petitioner v. Opposite Party, the Orissa High Court considered whether visitation rights could be denied to a non-custodial parent and grandparents due to pending criminal and matrimonial disputes. The husband challenged the Family Court’s refusal to grant visitation with his minor son, which was based on allegations against him and an apprehension of harm. The High Court set aside the Family Court’s order, reiterating that the welfare of the child is the paramount consideration in custody and visitation matters. Relying on Yashita Sahu v. State of Rajasthan, the Court held that a child has a basic human right to love, care, and affection from both parents, and visitation cannot be denied unless exceptional circumstances are proved with cogent material. Mere allegations or speculative apprehensions were held insufficient. The Court also recognized that grandparents play an integral role in a child’s upbringing in Indian society and their affection contributes to the child’s overall welfare. Structured visitation rights were accordingly granted to the father and grandparents.