Punjab reports only 2 new stubble burning cases this season, bringing the total to 1,214. Compare this year's figures with previous years as the state grapples with air quality issues caused by agricultural practices.

As the Kharif harvesting season commences, Punjab and Haryana face the persistent challenge of stubble burning. On October 16, the Supreme Court criticised both states for their lack of effective measures to combat stubble burning,

The Supreme Court on Wednesday rapped the Haryana and Punjab governments over non-prosecution of violators found guilty of stubble burning and summoned the state chief secretaries to appear before it on October 23 and submit an explanation.

The Supreme Court criticized Punjab and Haryana for inadequate action on stubble burning, summoning their chief secretaries for non-compliance. The court termed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) as a 'toothless tiger' and directed penal action against state officers.

Stubble burning increases in Haryana but decreases in Punjab, impacting air quality and paddy harvesting, leading to regulatory enforcement.