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Haryana farm fires rise to 2,657 in Apr–May 2026; CAQM reviews spike
Between April 1 and May 5, 2026, Haryana reported 2,657 farm fire incidents, the highest in five years and more than in 2022. The spike attracted CAQM scrutiny in a video-conference with state officials to review causes and outline containment steps ahead of the kharif paddy harvest.
Why It Matters
The surge has implications for air quality management and enforcement, and it prompts planning for crop harvesting cycles later in the year.
Timeline
6 Events
April 1, 2026 – May 5, 2026: 2,657 farm fire incidents in Haryana
April 1, 2026 – May 5, 2026
From April 1 to May 5, 2026, Haryana recorded 2,657 farm fire incidents, the highest in five years and higher than the 2,465 incidents recorded in 2022.
CAQM review meeting on May 6, 2026 regarding farm fires spike
May 6, 2026
A CAQM video conference with Haryana officials reviewed the spike in farm fires, discussed reasons for the significant spurt, and outlined steps to contain it during the upcoming kharif paddy harvesting cycle. The meeting highlighted Jind district as a hotspot and was attended by deputy commissioners and superintendents of police.
2025 farm fires fall to 789
2025
In 2025, farm fire incidents fell to 789.
2024 farm fires rise to 1,157
2024
Incidents rose to 1,157 in 2024, partially recovering from the 2023 dip.
2023 farm fires decline to 778
2023
Farm fire incidents in Haryana dropped to 778 in 2023, continuing a downward trend from 2022.
2022 wheat harvesting season: Haryana records 2,465 farm fire incidents
2022
During the 2022 wheat harvesting season, Haryana recorded 2,465 farm fire incidents, according to official data cited in the article.