Ludhiana, Sept. 13 -- Additional deputy commissioner (ADC) Rakesh Kumar has directed all combine harvester owners in the district to exclusively use Super SMS-equipped machines for harvesting paddy.

The decision, aimed at better stubble management and combat air pollution, comes after directives from the Air Quality Management Commission, New Delhi, and the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB).

Addressing a meeting with combine owners, Kumar highlighted the importance of using BIS-certified Super SMS machines, which help manage paddy stubble efficiently without the need for burning. "The primary objective of this initiative is to eradicate stubble burning and ensure proper management of paddy residue. The Super SMS technology is essent...