The Supreme Court has criticized the Commission for Air Quality Monitoring (CAQM) for failing to identify definitive causes and long-term solutions for Delhi's persistent air pollution. While sources like vehicular exhaust, industrial emissions, and farm fires are known contributors, pinpointing their exact impact remains a challenge. The court's remarks highlight the need for a decisive regulator to monitor emission hotspots and generate real-time data for coordinated agency responses to address the year-round air quality crisis.