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States » NorthPosted at: Oct 14 2020 4:51PM


DC flags off vans to sensitise farmers about harmful effects of stubble burning

Jalandhar, Oct 14 (UNI) Taking the battle against stubble burning further to the grass root by educating the peasantry about harmful effects of practices which may worsen the Covid situation, Deputy Commissioner Ghanshyam on Wednesday flagged off five awareness vans to sensitise the farmers.
Flagging off the vans from district administrative complex, DC accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner (G) Jasbir Singh, said the vans have been fitted with audio messages and will sensitise people about hazardous effects of the burning of paddy stubble.
He said the paddy stubble was useful for the farmers and it should not be burnt at any cost as farm residue could play an important role in enhancing the fertility of the soil. He said burning of stubble poses a danger to the environment and must be avoided at any cost.
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