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Agriculture
Mohali Bans Night-time Paddy Harvesting and Stubble Burning to Curb Pollution
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 02:04 AM
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The Mohali administration has prohibited night-time paddy harvesting and imposed a complete ban on stubble burning to reduce air pollution. The order aims to protect public health during the harvest season.
The district administration of Mohali issued an order banning night-time paddy harvesting with immediate effect. The decision was taken to address concerns over labor safety and noise pollution during late hours.
In addition, a complete prohibition on stubble burning has been enforced across the district. Authorities cite the contribution of stubble burning to seasonal smog and respiratory ailments as the primary reason for the ban.
Officials said violators will face penalties under existing environmental regulations, and awareness campaigns are being organized to encourage farmers to adopt alternative residue management methods.
In addition, a complete prohibition on stubble burning has been enforced across the district. Authorities cite the contribution of stubble burning to seasonal smog and respiratory ailments as the primary reason for the ban.
Officials said violators will face penalties under existing environmental regulations, and awareness campaigns are being organized to encourage farmers to adopt alternative residue management methods.