As paddy harvesting begins in Haryana, the state government has intensified its efforts to curb the recurring issue of stubble burning that chokes Delhi-NCR every winter. The Haryana government has announced an increase in the incentive amount for farmers who refrain from burning crop residue. The reward has been raised from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,200 per acre. At the same time, penalties for stubble burning have been doubled and orders have been issued to register FIRs against violators.
