How is the judiciary addressing the issue of increasing stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana

The SC orders CAQM to submit a report on the rise in stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana.
  • The Supreme Court has directed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to submit a comprehensive report on the increase in stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana.
  • The CAQM is required to analyze the factors contributing to stubble burning and recommend measures to combat this environmental challenge.
  • The judiciary is emphasizing the need for effective enforcement of existing regulations and the implementation of innovative solutions to reduce stubble burning in the region.
  • The court is likely to closely monitor the progress made by authorities in tackling this problem and may issue further directives based on the CAQM report.
  • This proactive approach by the judiciary aims to protect public health and mitigate the adverse effects of air pollution caused by stubble burning.
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