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Police Register Cases Against Six Farmers for Stubble Burning in Faridkot
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 06:37 PM
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Police in Faridkot have registered cases against six farmers for violating environmental norms by burning crop residue.
Police authorities in Faridkot, Punjab, have taken legal action against six local farmers for burning crop residue, commonly known as stubble, in their fields. The incident led to the registration of separate cases against the individuals for violating environmental protection regulations.
The police stated that the burning of agricultural waste caused significant air pollution and posed a risk to public health and safety. Under the relevant environmental laws, such acts are strictly prohibited to maintain air quality standards in the region.
Officials have warned that strict legal measures will continue to be enforced against those who disregard the ban on stubble burning. The cases are now under investigation, and the accused farmers may face penalties as per the prevailing legal framework.
The police stated that the burning of agricultural waste caused significant air pollution and posed a risk to public health and safety. Under the relevant environmental laws, such acts are strictly prohibited to maintain air quality standards in the region.
Officials have warned that strict legal measures will continue to be enforced against those who disregard the ban on stubble burning. The cases are now under investigation, and the accused farmers may face penalties as per the prevailing legal framework.