Nagpur Minister Calls for Stubble Burning Law, Announces Housing Aid and Immediate Relief Nagpur: Nagpur guardian minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Sunday called for a dedicated legal framework to curb stubble burning, following a visit to the fire-ravaged Dhamangaon village. Speaking at a press conference, Bawankule emphasized the urgent need for stricter regulations, stating, "Stubble burning must be legally prohibited." He highlighted the environmental and health risks posed by the practice, particularly during winter months when air pollution levels in the National Capital Region (NCR) spike. Bawankule noted that while northern states like Punjab and Haryana have already implemented bans, gaps in the existing policy framework remain. The minister pointed out that the Centre’s disaster management norms provide compensation for fire-related losses, but similar provisions are absent in state-level policies. To address immediate needs, Bawankule announced a package of relief measures for affected families. Affected households will receive an immediate assistance of ₹23,000 from the state government, along with a month’s supply of food grains and free sand for rebuilding homes. Additionally, ₹20 lakh from the Koradi Mahalakshmi Jagdamba Sansthan will be distributed as part of the aid. The funds will be allocated as follows: ₹1 lakh for fully damaged houses, ₹75,000 for 75% damage, ₹50,000 for 50% loss, and ₹25,000 for partially affected households. Bawankule also announced that ₹2.5 lakh will be provided to each affected family from mining funds to support house construction. A proposal for further assistance under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund will be submitted on Monday and placed before the Cabinet the following day.#national_capital_region #chandrashekhar_bawankule #dhamangaon_village #nagpur_guardian_minister #koradi_mahalakshmi_jagdamba_sansthan
