Moga administration identifies 100 villages prone to stubble burning, intensifies vigilance

To prevent stubble-burning incidents during the upcoming paddy harvesting season, the Moga district administration has devised a special strategy. The administration has identified 100 villages where the highest number of stubble-burning incidents was reported last season.

Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Sarangal said these villages will be under intense scrutiny and any attempts to burn stubble will invite stern legal action. He added that sufficient agricultural machinery is available in the district and farmers can contact the Agriculture Department for assistance.

Deputy Commissioner Sarangal said last year in Moga, the maximum number of fire incidents (46) was in Lopon village of Nihal Singh Wala subdivision, while 45 in Wandar village, 43 in Himmatpura and Langeana Nawan, 42 in Bhalur and Saidoke.  Meanwhile, 40 fire incidents were reported in Raunta, 39 in Buttar and Daudhar Sharki, and 38 in Rauke Kalan village. Sarangal said there was no shortage of agricultural machinery in the villages where these incidents had taken place.

The Deputy Commissioner said the administration has appointed 22 cluster officers and 334 nodal officers to monitor and prevent stubble-burning incidents. Awareness camps are also being organised to educate farmers about the harmful effects of stubble burning.

Residents can report any stubble-burning incidents to the administration, which will take immediate action.