Punjab records 4,657 stubble-burning cases; 1,442 FIRs, Rs 7.28 crore in fines
Punjab experienced a total of 4,657 stubble burning incidents reported until November 9, 2026. Police have filed 1,442 FIRs, and environmental fines totaling Rs 7.285 crore were imposed and partially recovered. The district of Tarn Taran had the highest number of incidents with 659 reported cases. Monitoring teams are actively inspecting and addressing stubble burning violations in several districts.


