Haryana: 18 farmers booked in Karnal for stubble burning; harming the environment

An FIR has been registered against 18 farmers in Haryana's Karnal district after they were caught burning stubble resulting in high smoke levels and pollution in the area.

"Strict action is being taken against those involved in stubble burning. A fine is also being imposed," said Dr. Aditya Dahiya, the Deputy Commissioner of Karnal.

FIR registered against 18 farmers for stubble burning in Haryana's Karnal pic.twitter.com/sfUMseasKN

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Stubble burning has harmful effects on environment, human health and productivity have raised serious concern. For many years, the Punjab and Haryana governments have been trying to curb the illegal bi-annual practice, but their efforts have been dwarfed by the enormity of the problem so far.

In April, satellite images of fire incidents is helping authorities in Punjab tackle stubble burning in the state, putting a check on the banned practice that causes air pollution and adversely affects human health.