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Agriculture
Record Surge in Stubble Fires on Diwali: 1,152 New Blazes Reported in Punjab
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 10:31 PM
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Punjab recorded a sharp rise in stubble burning on Diwali, with 1,152 new fires reported, marking a record for the festival period.
On the night of Diwali, state authorities in Punjab logged a significant increase in stubble burning, identifying 1,152 new fire incidents across the region.
The figure represents a record surge for the festive period, raising immediate concerns about deteriorating air quality and potential health impacts for residents.
Officials have reiterated the legal consequences for illegal residue burning and are urging farmers to adopt approved alternatives such as crop‑residue management kits and machine‑assisted sowing.
To monitor the situation, the state is employing a combination of satellite imagery and ground‑based sensors, issuing real‑time advisories to the public and emergency services.
The unprecedented rise underscores the urgency of implementing existing government schemes aimed at curbing agricultural waste burning and protecting the environment.
The figure represents a record surge for the festive period, raising immediate concerns about deteriorating air quality and potential health impacts for residents.
Officials have reiterated the legal consequences for illegal residue burning and are urging farmers to adopt approved alternatives such as crop‑residue management kits and machine‑assisted sowing.
To monitor the situation, the state is employing a combination of satellite imagery and ground‑based sensors, issuing real‑time advisories to the public and emergency services.
The unprecedented rise underscores the urgency of implementing existing government schemes aimed at curbing agricultural waste burning and protecting the environment.