3634 fires in ONE day! That is what just one state (Punjab) had on Nov 2 due to stubble burning. This is an increase of almost 20 per cent when compared to last year – despite so many calls around pollution, environment and sustainability. The capital city Delhi has the biggest impact due to this. Other than serious health issues, this has now triggered global embarrassment and likely this topic will feature in the COP-27 meeting at Egypt.