The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that legible medical prescription and diagnosis is a crucial aspect of the right to health, which is recognised as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
Today, On 16th October, The Supreme Court criticized Punjab and Haryana for failing to address Delhi’s air pollution crisis, mainly caused by stubble burning. It reprimanded the Commission for Air Quality Management for ineffectiveness and lack of qualified members. The court urged stricter actions against violators and highlighted the ongoing pollution challenges due to multiple factors.