Punjab stubble burning cases hit 2,787; fines top ₹46 lakh

Punjab has recorded 2,787 farm fire incidents this season, with 586 in Tarn Taran alone, prompting environmental compensation fines exceeding ₹46 lakh across 914 cases. The ongoing stubble burning contributes to severe air pollution in northern India, though enforcement and recovery remain partial. This underscores the persistent challenge of agricultural residue management despite regulatory pressure.

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