New Delhi: The stubble-burning season is almost over, bringing a notable drop in pollution levels across northern India. This year, incidents of crop residue burning have declined in Punjab and Haryana, while Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh witnessed an increase compared to previous years.
Stubble Pollution Shows Decline
In Madhya Pradesh, stubble-burning patterns remained largely unchanged. According to the Decision Support System (DSS), stubble-related pollution peaked at 22.4% on 12 November, the highest this season. By Wednesday, the figure had dropped sharply to just 0.8%, marking a consistent decline since 18 November.
Government Steps to Curb Pollution
Kurinji Kamath, Program Lead at the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW), noted that northern state governments have been actively managing stubble burning since 2018. Measures include distributing machinery for crop residue management, promoting biofuel projects, and imposing fines on violators.
Regional Trends and Satellite Monitoring
While Punjab and Haryana recorded fewer stubble-burning incidents this year, officials caution that satellite data should be carefully analyzed for accuracy. Government agencies are advised to use high-resolution satellite imagery to monitor fields during the stubble-burning period and ensure timely action against violations.
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