Punjab’s ₹500 Crore Gambit: Zero Stubble Burning by 2026?
Punjab is launching a ₹500 crore action plan to tackle the perennial problem of stubble burning. The ambitious initiative aims to provide farmers with subsidised crop residue management (CRM) machinery.
Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian announced the plan. It seeks to eliminate stubble burning and improve air quality in the state.
The plan includes providing farmers with advanced equipment for efficient paddy straw management. Training programs and awareness campaigns are also key components.
The success of this plan will be crucial for Punjab’s environment and the health of its citizens. It will also significantly impact the air quality in neighbouring states.
The plan’s effectiveness hinges on timely implementation and widespread farmer participation. Its success or failure will set a precedent for other states facing similar agricultural challenges.
