Punjab farm fire cases reach 2,787, with 586 incidents from Tarn Taran
So far, the authorities have imposed fines totalling more than ₹46 lakh as environmental compensation in 914 cases of stubble burning, with more than ₹24 lakh already recovered
Punjab has seen a staggering 2,787 farm fire incidents between September 15 and November 5, 2026, with Tarn Taran leading the count at 586 cases, according to official data released on November 6, 2026. Ferozepur recorded 361 such incidents during the same period. As of November 4, stubble burning cases were 2,347, while 221 farm fires had been reported in Amritsar, 216 in Bathinda, 240 in Sangrur, and 156 in Patiala up until November 5.
The recurring issue of stubble fires stems from a mix of legal, technological, and economic factors like the paddy-wheat cycle, assured procurement, and a narrow window between crops. To tackle the problem, authorities have imposed fines exceeding ₹46 lakh in 914 cases, with over ₹24 lakh recovered. Additionally, 710 FIRs were registered, including 294 in Tarn Taran under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) convened a meeting on November 4 to discuss strengthening monitoring and enforcement efforts against stubble burning.
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