Supreme Court rebukes Punjab, Haryana governments for inaction on stubble burning, summons chief secretaries.
The Supreme Court of India has rebuked the governments of Punjab and Haryana for failing to prosecute farmers for stubble burning, which worsens air pollution in Delhi. The court summoned the chief secretaries to explain their inaction by October 23 and criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management for not enforcing laws. It called for penalties against officials from both states, highlighting the need for stricter measures to address environmental violations.
October 16, 2024
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