Madhya Pradesh has become India’s new stubble burning hotspot for a second year, accounting for nearly half of crop fire cases across northern states. Sheopur tops the national list, with seven MP districts in the worst ten, signaling a shift from Punjab-Haryana and demanding region-specific residue management.
Click to View MoreStubble burning in India has multidimensional consequences. Environmentally, it releases particulate matter and greenhouse gases, reduces soil fertility, and harms biodiversity. Health-wise, it causes respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, eye irritation, and skin problems. Economically, while it saves farmers time and labor in the short term, it degrades soil, reduces crop yields, raises healthcare costs, and affects transport and tourism. Socially, it can trigger public health crises, farmer migration, and conflicts over legal penalties. Effective policy measures—including satellite monitoring, incentives for eco-friendly machinery, and balancing farmer livelihoods with environmental protection—are crucial to mitigate these impacts.
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