Stubble burning refers to the practice of farmers setting fire to straw stubble which remain in fields after harvest of grains like Wheat and Paddy. The stubble is burnt to prepare the fields for the next set of crops. It is the easiest and cheapest way to clear the fields but leads to drastic dip in air quality.
A Division Bench of Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia expressed concerns about Delhi’s continued exposure to hazardous air quality.
The Court acknowledged that while stubble burning may not be the sole cause of air pollution, it remains a substantial contributor.
The Court, therefore, opined that it must be halted one way or another. Delhi cannot continue in its present state, the Court added.
Source: Barandbench
