Supreme Court stays NGT order imposing ₹1,000 crore penalty on Punjab for improper waste management

Supreme Court Stays NGT Order Imposing ₹1000 Crore Penalty on Punjab for Improper Waste Management The Supreme Court temporarily stayed a National Green Tribunal (NGT) order that imposed a ₹1000 crore fine on the Punjab government for improper waste management practices. The NGT had criticized the state's failure to manage solid waste effectively, which led to environmental degradation. However, the Supreme Court intervened, offering temporary relief to the state while it considers the full context of the situation. This case highlights the intersection of environmental governance and state accountability in India.