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Agriculture
Five Stubble-Burning Incidents Recorded in Punjab Over Two Days
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 06:37 AM
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The Times of India reports five separate stubble‑burning cases in Punjab within a 48‑hour period.
Five incidents of stubble burning were reported from different locations in Punjab over the past two days, according to a report by The Times of India. The cases were logged by local authorities monitoring agricultural practices and air quality.
Stubble burning, a common post‑harvest practice, releases significant amounts of particulate matter and greenhouse gases, contributing to the region's seasonal haze. State forest and pollution‑control departments typically respond by issuing notices and, where necessary, imposing penalties to deter the activity.
The recent tally underscores the persistent challenge of managing crop residue in Punjab's intensive agricultural landscape. Officials continue to urge farmers to adopt alternative residue‑management methods to protect both health and the environment.
Stubble burning, a common post‑harvest practice, releases significant amounts of particulate matter and greenhouse gases, contributing to the region's seasonal haze. State forest and pollution‑control departments typically respond by issuing notices and, where necessary, imposing penalties to deter the activity.
The recent tally underscores the persistent challenge of managing crop residue in Punjab's intensive agricultural landscape. Officials continue to urge farmers to adopt alternative residue‑management methods to protect both health and the environment.