In a bid to curb the rising incidents of injuries caused by hazardous kite strings, Karachi’s top official has announced a two-month prohibition on kite-flying. The ban, effective from March 30 to May 29, is a preventive measure to ensure the safety of the city’s residents.
The decision comes in the wake of several accidents linked to kite-flying. The use of metal strings, in particular, has identified as a significant risk factor. Eight people reportedly injured in kite-related mishaps, prompting the authorities to enforce the ban.
The city administration believes that this step will help reduce kite-flying incidents and enhance the security of Karachi’s citizens. The ban covers the production, sale, and operation of kites across the city, under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC).
Among the victims of these deadly strings was a young man from Azizabad, who suffered severe injuries and had to be hospitalized. The 20-year-old rode a motorcycle when entangled in a loose kite string. In another incident, a minor boy injured while riding a motorcycle with his father in Nazimabad.
The menace of dangerous kite strings not limited to Karachi. The Punjab police have also intensified their crackdown on kite-flying following a tragic incident in Faisalabad. This has led Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to take strict action against the production, sale, and purchase of chemicals used to manufacture razor-sharp kite strings.
The ban on kite-flying is a crucial step towards safeguarding citizens and highlights the need for responsible enjoyment of this popular pastime.
