The Supreme Court of India, on December 1, 2025, addressed the issue of air pollution in Delhi, stating that farmers should not be blamed for the crisis. The Chief Justice questioned why the sky was clear during the pandemic when stubble burning was still occurring. Despite a drop in stubble burning cases from 88,000 to 5,500, pollution levels in the National Capital Region (NCR) have not improved. The court urged the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to consider other pollution sources, such as vehicles and construction dust. The CAQM had previously set a target for zero stubble burning by 2025 but acknowledged that this goal had not been met. The court emphasized the need for a practical action plan to address air quality issues, suggesting that farmers could turn crop stubble into an asset rather than a liability. The CAQM proposed various measures, including changes to vehicle regulations and public transport enhancements, to combat pollution effectively.