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Agriculture
Madhya Pradesh Tops Punjab With 94 Farm Fires in Stubble Burning
✍️ Outlook India
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 12:36 PM
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Madhya Pradesh recorded 94 farm fires, surpassing Punjab, highlighting the growing issue of stubble burning and its environmental impact.
Madhya Pradesh has recorded 94 farm fires, overtaking Punjab in the number of stubble‑burning incidents, according to recent data from state authorities.
The fires were largely caused by farmers burning crop residue after harvesting wheat and pulses, a practice that significantly contributes to air pollution.
Environmental groups warn that the spike in fires could worsen the already severe smog in the region, especially during the post‑monsoon season.
The state government has urged farmers to adopt alternative disposal methods and is working with the central government to enforce stricter penalties for illegal stubble burning.
The fires were largely caused by farmers burning crop residue after harvesting wheat and pulses, a practice that significantly contributes to air pollution.
Environmental groups warn that the spike in fires could worsen the already severe smog in the region, especially during the post‑monsoon season.
The state government has urged farmers to adopt alternative disposal methods and is working with the central government to enforce stricter penalties for illegal stubble burning.