Crackdown on Stubble Burning in Haryana: Arrests and Legal Actions

Eighteen farmers were arrested in Haryana for stubble burning, contributing to severe pollution in the region, particularly affecting Delhi. Legal actions are underway, with fines imposed in multiple districts. The Supreme Court criticized the state governments for inadequate prosecutions, urging stricter measures to prevent further incidents.

Eighteen farmers in Haryana's Kaithal district have been arrested over stubble burning, escalating pollution levels across the region, authorities confirmed.

Stubble burning in Haryana and Punjab typically exacerbates pollution in the national capital, particularly during October and November. Officials have registered multiple legal cases and fines against offenders in recent days.

The Supreme Court admonished Punjab and Haryana for their lenient stance on prosecuting violators, instructing the Commission for Air Quality Management to implement punitive measures against non-compliant government officials.

(With inputs from agencies.)