At least 250 farmers from across the state were honoured for their efforts towards zero stubble burning during a ceremony at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU).
The event, titled Saanjh Punjab Farmers Awards, was organised by Clean Air Punjab, a non-government organisation (NGO), in collaboration with the PAU. It was the second edition of the awards. Saanjh Punjab is a network of progressive farmers and organisations working towards sustainable agriculture in the state.
The event brought together grassroots groups and institutions, continuing a three-year effort to celebrate farmers reducing stubble burning, and contributing to cleaner air and climate resilience.
The awards recognised individual leadership and created a space for peer-to-peer learning, where farmers shared practical experiences, local innovations and challenges in adopting sustainable practices.
Satbir Singh Gosal, vice-chancellor, PAU, delivered the keynote address during the event. “Punjab’s agricultural future depends on sustainable practices. The farmers being recognised today are leading this change on the ground. Their efforts show productivity and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand,” Gosal said.
During the event, PAU experts shared “best practices” with the attendees, and partner-led presentations highlighted scalable and field-tested solutions.
Sanam Sutirath Wazir, director, Climate State Action, Asar, said: “The initiative is about building a community of practice. When farmers learn from each other, change becomes faster and more sustainable. Recognising these farmers is not just about awards, it is about shifting norms across Punjab.”
