Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has become an annual crisis, worsening air quality across North India, especially in Delhi. Despite government schemes and machinery subsidies, farmers find limited alternatives due to cost and narrow harvesting windows. Addressing this requires holistic solutions, including financial incentives and crop diversification support.
Impact on Local Villages and North India
Local residents, including farmers, face respiratory issues due to smoke inhalation.
The AQI in the national capital recently spiked to levels exceeding 300, classified as ‘very poor.’
The air quality index (AQI) in regions close to Punjab, such as Patiala, frequently reaches unhealthy levels, often higher than in Delhi.
Stubble burning affects not only India but has also been reported to impact air quality across the border in Pakistan.
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