NASA images show stubble burning as Delhi continues to fight air pollution

Recent images released by NASA on Tuesday showed red dots, that indicated fires, including those due to stubble burning, in areas surrounding Delhi and the rest of North India. Delhi has been reeling under severe air pollution since the past few days, however, the air quality in the national capital has improved slightly which has brought respite to the citizens. A senior Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) official said the apex anti-pollution body has been keeping a close watch on the farm fires in Punjab which peaked at the season's high of 6,668 on Tuesday.

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