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CAQM Calls for Urgent Action on Air Pollution in Punjab and Haryana

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) conducted review meetings on October 22, 2026, with the governments of Punjab and Haryana in Chandigarh to assess air pollution control measures. The discussions focused on preventing paddy stubble burning and enhancing the use of Crop Residue Management (CRM) machinery. CAQM Chairperson Rajesh Verma called for immediate ground-level actions and emphasized the importance of effective enforcement and monitoring mechanisms. The reviews aimed to identify gaps in current practices and improve strategies for managing paddy straw to combat air pollution.

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