Court Cracks Down on Dangerous Kite Strings in Uttar Pradesh

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench addressed issues surrounding the use of Chinese manjha, or lead-coated nylon kite strings, in Uttar Pradesh. The state outlined steps to ban these materials, including forming a committee. However, the court stressed the importance of enforcement and cooperation from the kite association.

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has expressed serious concerns over the sale and use of Chinese manjha, a type of lead-coated nylon kite string, in Uttar Pradesh.

The state government announced plans to frame a law against the material, highlighting the formation of a six-member committee for this task.

During a July 13 hearing, the court emphasized the need for active compliance and manufacturing site investigations, urging cooperation from local kite associations to prevent unnecessary harassment.