Haryana Achieves 95% Reduction in Stubble Burning: A Model for Agricultural Waste Management

Oct 08, 2025 01:33 am CST

Haryana has implemented a comprehensive strategy that has reduced paddy crop residue burning by 95% compared to last year. With only 7 fire incidents reported versus 150 in the previous year, the state's approach combines 9,036 monitoring officers, extensive machinery deployment, partnerships with IOCL for ethanol production, and strict enforcement measures, establishing a new benchmark in sustainable agricultural waste management and air quality improvement.