India doubles fines for stubble burning to combat air quality crisis

economictimes.indiatimes.com

The Indian government has doubled fines for stubble burning in Delhi and the National Capital Region due to worsening air quality. The new penalties are effective immediately. Farmers with less than two acres will pay Rs 5,000. Those with two to five acres face a Rs 10,000 fine, while farmers with over five acres will be fined Rs 30,000. These changes are part of the new rules under the Commission for Air Quality Management, aimed at addressing environmental issues in the region.


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