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Agriculture
Flying squads deployed in Patiala to curb stubble burning
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patiala
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 04:46 PM
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Patiala authorities have formed flying squads to monitor and prevent stubble burning, aiming to reduce air‑pollution and enforce regulations.
Patiala officials announced the creation of dedicated flying squads tasked with surveilling agricultural fields for illegal stubble burning. The units will conduct regular patrols, respond to citizen complaints, and enforce penalties on violators under existing environmental laws.
The move comes amid growing concerns over seasonal smoke that hampers air quality across Punjab and neighboring states. State authorities have warned that repeated offenses could attract hefty fines and possible prosecution.
Enforcement teams are equipped with portable monitoring devices and will coordinate with local police and the Punjab Pollution Control Board to ensure swift action. Residents are urged to report any instances of residue burning to the designated helpline.
The initiative reflects the government's broader effort to promote sustainable crop‑management practices and curb the practice that contributes significantly to winter smog in the region.
The move comes amid growing concerns over seasonal smoke that hampers air quality across Punjab and neighboring states. State authorities have warned that repeated offenses could attract hefty fines and possible prosecution.
Enforcement teams are equipped with portable monitoring devices and will coordinate with local police and the Punjab Pollution Control Board to ensure swift action. Residents are urged to report any instances of residue burning to the designated helpline.
The initiative reflects the government's broader effort to promote sustainable crop‑management practices and curb the practice that contributes significantly to winter smog in the region.