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Agriculture
Ludhiana DC: 5 FIRs, Rs 25,000 Fine for Stubble Burning
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 11:37 PM
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The District Collector of Ludhiana announced that five FIRs have been registered and a total fine of Rs 25,000 collected from farmers for burning crop residue.
The District Collector (DC) of Ludhiana has disclosed strict enforcement actions against the burning of crop residue, a practice that contributes significantly to air pollution in the region. According to the official statement, the administration has registered five First Information Reports (FIRs) against individuals caught in the act.
In addition to legal proceedings, the authorities have collected a total monetary penalty of Rs 25,000 from the offenders. The DC emphasized that these measures are part of a broader effort to curb environmental degradation and ensure compliance with local environmental regulations.
The move underscores the district administration's commitment to addressing the issue of stubble burning through both punitive and preventive measures. Officials have reiterated that such actions are necessary to protect public health and maintain air quality standards in Ludhiana.
In addition to legal proceedings, the authorities have collected a total monetary penalty of Rs 25,000 from the offenders. The DC emphasized that these measures are part of a broader effort to curb environmental degradation and ensure compliance with local environmental regulations.
The move underscores the district administration's commitment to addressing the issue of stubble burning through both punitive and preventive measures. Officials have reiterated that such actions are necessary to protect public health and maintain air quality standards in Ludhiana.