Archive · 28 Nov 2025
Punjab's Ransih Kalan Village Praised for Zero Stubble Burning
A village in Punjab called Ransih Kalan has been praised by the central government for not burning farm waste, called stubble, since 2019.
This helps the environment by reducing pollution.
The village also has special systems to treat wastewater and recycle garbage.
The government is happy because Punjab has reduced farm fires by 85%.
They even give money to farmers who don't burn stubble.
This village is seen as a good example for others to follow.
Punjab achieved an 85% reduction in farm fires, praised by the Union Minister.
Ransih Kalan village in Moga has had zero stubble burning since 2019.
The village has its own sewage water treatment plant and garbage recycling mechanism.
The panchayat provides Rs 500 per acre incentive to farmers for not burning stubble.
The village is described as a model for the entire country for its sustainable practices.
- Who
- Union Minister and Punjab officials
- What
- Punjab achieved 85% reduction in farm fires, Ransih Kalan village has zero stubble burning since 2019
- When
- Thursday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Ransih Kalan village, Moga, Punjab
- Why
- To promote sustainable farming practices and reduce pollution
- Village Name
- Ransih Kalan
- Location
- Moga, Punjab
- Stubble Burning Reduction
- 85% in Punjab
- Incentive for Farmers
- Rs 500 per acre
- Year of Zero Stubble Burning
- 2019