Search op to check sale of synthetic kite string held

Amritsar, January 11

A three-hour search operation was conducted in the markets of Baba Bakala to seize the banned plastic string here today. The campaign, initiated ahead of the festival of Lohri and Makar Sankranti, was led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Amanpreet Singh and DSP Sukhwinderpal Singh. However, despite their efforts, no significant recovery was made.

SDM Amanpreet Singh emphasised the need for awareness campaigns about the adverse effects of Chinese string, along with imposing restrictions on its use. He mentioned that a campaign against Chinese string is going on at the local level, involving the head of market associations and others. He appealed to the public not to turn the celebrations into an event for mourning by using the deadly Chinese string during the kite-flying festivities. The use of plastic string has already resulted in several instances of damage to life and property and harms have been observed due to its use, he pointed out.

“During festivals like Lohri and Basant, kite enthusiasts, especially youth and children, use the dangerous plastic string to fly kites. The sharp and lethal string has resulted in serious injuries to numerous individuals, including fatalities and harm to birds,” the SDM added.