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CAQM takes serious view of spurt in farm fires in Punjab

CAQM takes serious view of spurt in farm fires in Punjab

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Punjab recorded over 2,000 farm fires, drawing criticism of the AAP over stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) described the number as “very high” and on Wednesday convened a video meeting with senior bureaucrats and police officers from 12 districts to review steps to prevent stubble burning.

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    NEW DELHI: Taking a serious view of the “very high” number of farm fires in Punjab, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday held a meeting with senior bureaucrats and police officers from 12 districts to review steps to prevent stubble burning. The meeting, held through video…

    — The New Indian Express

  • right · 1 outlet

    The Commission for Air Quality Management held a meeting regarding the high incidence of farm fires in Punjab. Recent data indicated a significant increase in stubble burning cases across various districts. The Commission emphasized the need for stricter monitoring and accountability among local…

    — The Economic Times

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NEW DELHI: Taking a serious view of the “very high” number of farm fires in Punjab, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday held a meeting with senior bureaucrats and police officers from 12 districts to review steps to prevent stubble burning. The meeting, held through video…

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CAQM takes serious view of spurt in farm fires in Punjab

NEW DELHI: Taking a serious view of the “very high” number of farm fires in Punjab, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday held a meeting with senior bureaucrats and police officers from 12 districts to review steps to prevent stubble burning. The meeting, held through video…

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