Supreme Court: Punjab-Haryana has been asked to file an affidavit within a week as to why the instructions of the constituted commission (CAQM) were not implemented, asked- why no steps were taken?

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The Supreme Court asked the Central Government, Punjab and Haryana Government that why is there a nominal fine on those who burn stubble and violate it? Why is there no provision for punishment for such people? The court said that Punjab-Haryana should file an affidavit in the Supreme Court on this matter that why the instructions of the constituted commission were not implemented. They should file the affidavit within a week. The next hearing on the case will be held on October 16.

What did the Supreme Court say?
The court said that Punjab should tell about its proposal, which was sent for the fund. The Supreme Court recorded in the order that all that the states have done is to collect nominal compensation from the farmers. Prima facie, the Commission itself is not making any effort to follow up on implementation of its directions regarding enforcement and safety.

Apparently no action is being taken for its own orders. Therefore, we direct Punjab and Haryana to comply with the directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) and file an affidavit within a week.

The apex court further said that if air pollution experts are not members of the CAQM committees, then we can use our words under Article 142. The Centre and CAQM will also have to file an affidavit within a week from today. The Commission will take concrete steps to ensure implementation of its directions.