Punjab records nearly 2,800 farm fires as authorities step up action
Punjab recorded 2,787 stubble burning incidents between September 15 and November 5, with Tarn Taran reporting the highest number of farm fires. Authorities have registered 710 FIRs and imposed fines exceeding ₹46 lakh. Amid concerns over the rising number of incidents, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed officials to intensify monitoring and enforcement measures.
