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  • Punjab CM Challenges BJP: Delhi

    Punjab CM Challenges BJP: Delhi's Severe Pollution Persists Despite Absence of Stubble Burning

    Dec 17, 2025 12:41 am CST

    Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann questions BJP's narrative on pollution sources as Delhi's AQI reaches dangerous levels between 450-500 while Punjab reports no stubble burning incidents. Mann highlights that Punjab farmers have reduced stubble burning by 70-80%, yet Delhi's air quality crisis continues unabated, suggesting other factors are responsible for the capital's pollution problems.

  • CAQM Urges Punjab to Accelerate Stubble Burning Prevention While Praising Haryana

    CAQM Urges Punjab to Accelerate Stubble Burning Prevention While Praising Haryana's Significant Progress

    Nov 09, 2025 12:46 am CST

    The Commission for Air Quality Management has called for urgent action from Punjab to address stubble burning incidents, as the state shows only marginal improvement with 3,284 fire incidents recorded between September 15 and November 6. Meanwhile, Haryana has demonstrated significant progress, reducing farm fires by 76% compared to last year through proactive enforcement and improved crop residue management approaches.

  • Punjab Records 147 Farm Fires in Single Day: Highest Spike of the Season Amid Ongoing Stubble Burning Crisis

    Punjab Records 147 Farm Fires in Single Day: Highest Spike of the Season Amid Ongoing Stubble Burning Crisis

    Oct 28, 2025 11:55 am CST

    Punjab witnessed a season-high 147 farm fires on Monday, bringing the total to 890 since September 15. Tarn Taran and Amritsar districts reported the most incidents as farmers continue stubble burning despite government appeals. Environmental penalties have been imposed while authorities work to reduce these practices that contribute to regional air pollution.

  • Punjab Records 73% Decline in Farm Fires: How Delayed Harvest and Stricter Monitoring Reduced Stubble Burning

    Punjab Records 73% Decline in Farm Fires: How Delayed Harvest and Stricter Monitoring Reduced Stubble Burning

    Oct 22, 2025 04:45 pm CST

    Punjab witnessed a significant 73% reduction in farm fires between September 15 and October 21 compared to last year, with only 415 incidents reported. Delayed paddy harvesting due to extended rainfall, enhanced monitoring systems, and awareness campaigns have contributed to this substantial decrease in stubble burning incidents, marking positive progress in addressing agricultural pollution in the region.