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Crime
10 FIRs Filed Against 24 Farmers for Stubble Burning in Jalandhar, Punjab
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:39 PM
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Police in Jalandhar have lodged ten First Information Reports against 24 farmers accused of burning crop residue.
Jalandhar police have registered ten First Information Reports (FIRs) against a group of 24 farmers suspected of burning agricultural residue, commonly known as stubble, in the city. The FIRs were filed following complaints that the burning violated environmental regulations and posed a fire hazard.
Authorities indicated that the action was taken under the Punjab Pollution Control Board's guidelines, which prohibit open burning of crop waste due to its impact on air quality. The farmers are now subject to legal proceedings, and the police have warned of further action if similar incidents recur.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between agricultural practices and environmental enforcement in the region, with officials urging farmers to adopt alternative residue management methods such as mulching or machine-assisted removal.
The information was reported by Amar Ujala, a leading regional newspaper, which cited police statements on the FIRs.
No arrests have been reported at this stage, and the investigation remains open as authorities monitor compliance with anti‑burning directives.
Authorities indicated that the action was taken under the Punjab Pollution Control Board's guidelines, which prohibit open burning of crop waste due to its impact on air quality. The farmers are now subject to legal proceedings, and the police have warned of further action if similar incidents recur.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between agricultural practices and environmental enforcement in the region, with officials urging farmers to adopt alternative residue management methods such as mulching or machine-assisted removal.
The information was reported by Amar Ujala, a leading regional newspaper, which cited police statements on the FIRs.
No arrests have been reported at this stage, and the investigation remains open as authorities monitor compliance with anti‑burning directives.