Punjab sees a major rise in stubble burning on Diwali, sparking political blame over Delhi's air quality
On Diwali day, Punjab experienced a significant surge in stubble burning, prompting renewed political accusations between the BJP and the Aam Aadmi Party concerning Delhi's worsening air quality. The state reported over 1,100 farm fire incidents in one day, pushing the season's total beyond 4,400.
Tarn Taran district saw notable activity. Punjab Police highlighted the efforts of protection teams and an overall decline in recent years, while opposition leaders called for probes into the sudden increase.
Farmers attributed the rise to tight timelines between harvesting and wheat sowing.