In Patiala district, 391 stubble burning incidents were reported, of which inspections were conducted at 356 locations. The field inspections confirmed that crop residue had been burnt at 225 sites. The Punjab authorities have intensified enforcement measures to curb stubble burning, imposing environmental compensation worth over Rs 2.09 crore. Punjab has recorded over 5,835 stubble burning incidents, with penalties totaling Rs 1.08 crore imposed to curb the practice and mitigate air pollution.