The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the National Capital Region and adjoining areas issued a notice to Fatehabad Deputy Commissioner Vivek Bharti, IAS, for non-compliance with directives aimed at preventing paddy stubble burning in Haryana.

In its notice dated November 10, 2025, the Commission expressed concern that despite repeated directions and review meetings, incidents of stubble burning continue to be reported from Fatehabad district.

Between September 15 and November 9 this year, the district recorded 59 cases of paddy residue burning, including 48 incidents between November 1 and November 9. Of these, 28 incidents occurred on November 8 and 9 alone, indicating a sharp spike despite enforcement orders.

The CAQM stated that such recurring incidents reflect inadequa

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