Centre orders mission-mode action as stubble burning spikes in MP, Rajasthan

The Indian central government has directed states including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR to adopt mission-mode measures to curb crop residue burning, following a notable rise in farm fires in MP and Rajasthan. The directive emphasizes urgent action plans and enhanced monitoring, but implementation and enforcement remain uncertain. This matters as stubble burning contributes to severe air pollution in northern India, with potential health and diplomatic repercussions.