Ferozepur admn takes stubble management drive to villages; urges farmers to say 'No to Burning'
Ferozepur, October 20, 2026: To review the arrangements for effective paddy stubble management and prevent incidents of stubble burning, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development) Ferozepur Krishna Pal Rajput, IAS Under Training Himanshu Kadian, Chief Agriculture Officer Dr Balwinder Singh and Agriculture Development Officer Dr Bipanjot Singh visited various villages in Arif Ke Circle of Ferozepur Block. During the visit, the officials interacted with farmers and discussed various measures for the proper management of paddy stubble.
Stubble burning not only contributes significantly to air pollution but also releases harmfuiculate matter into the atmosphere, affecting human health and reducing air quality. It can cause respiratory problems, eye irritation and other health conl smoke and partcerns, while also damaging soil fertility by destroying useful microorganisms and nutrients. The smoke can further reduce visibility and create serious risks for road users. Effective in-situ and ex-situ management of stubble can therefore help protect the environment, soil health and public health.
During the interaction, farmers informed the officials that, with the support of the Agriculture Department, they had coordinated with owners of baler machines for making bales of paddy stubble. This would facilitate its proper disposal and utilisation and eliminate the need to burn the residue in their fields.
The farmers assured the officials that they would adopt proper stubble management practices and would not resort to burning paddy residue. The officials urged them to make maximum use of the agricultural machinery and baler services available for stubble management and contribute towards environmental protection.
Assistant Technology Manager of the Agriculture Department Sukhdev Singh was also present on the occasion.
The District Administration, appealed to all farmers to refrain from burning paddy stubble and instead adopt proper management practices to protect the environment and contribute towards cleaner air and a healthier society.