Topic: Stubble Burning

Political allegations intensified after Delhi’s post-Deepavali smog, as BJP alleged a conspiracy in Punjab stubble burning while AAP and Congress questioned AQI data.

Punjab recorded 3,307 stubble-burning cases up to November 7, 2026, with Rs 60.60 lakh imposed as environmental compensation, according to a pollution board report.

A report claims 21 Uttar Pradesh cities are among the world’s 50 most polluted, with Meerut and Hapur recording AQI levels of 727 and 718.

A report claims 21 Uttar Pradesh cities are among the world’s 50 most polluted, with Meerut and Hapur recording AQI levels of 727 and 718.

NASA satellite data show stubble burning incidents in Pakistan’s Punjab rose sharply, raising concern over possible impact on Delhi-NCR air pollution.

Delhi-NCR air pollution is worsening, with several areas crossing AQI 450. CAQM has kept GRAP Stage 2 measures in force and issued notices to five Punjab districts.

Punjab has reported 2,347 stubble burning cases by November 4, 2026, with 647 FIRs registered and Rs 40.37 lakh in environmental fines imposed.

BJP and AAP trade allegations over Delhi pollution, stubble burning in Punjab and questions around AQI monitoring station data in the capital.

Sirsa attacked the Punjab government over Delhi pollution, accusing it of failing to curb stubble burning; a Punjab minister rejected the allegations.

n response to rising pollution levels in Delhi and NCR, the

The continuous decline in air quality in Delhi is a major cause for concern, especially during the winter season. Once