Paddy straw-based fuel use mandatory in brick kilns of Punjab, Haryana from Nov 1
In an official order, the CAQM said the use of biomass pellets made from paddy residue is a cleaner and practical substitute for coal, which is commonly used in brick kilns.
The CAQM said that brick kilns across Punjab and the non-NCR districts of Haryana must start co-firing paddy straw-based biomass pellets or briquettes in a phased manner starting November 1.
According to the timeline specified in the order, brick kilns must use a minimum of 20 per cent paddy straw-based pellets in their fuel mix. This should increase to 30 per cent from November 1, 2026; 40 per cent from November 1, 2027; and 50 per cent from November 1, 2028.
The order covers all brick kilns, including those using the zig-zag firing technology.
State governments have also been asked to submit monthly progress reports to the CAQM starting November 2025 to ensure proper monitoring of the implementation of its order.
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