Fourteen people suffered severe neck injuries from kite strings during Uttarayan in Vadodara. Emergency services recorded 363 cases, a sharp rise from the daily average of 244, with trauma incidents leading the increase.
An eight-year-old boy died after a kite string slit his throat during Uttarayan festivities in Anand district. Four others suffered similar injuries across the region.
Forest department officials report more than 160 birds were injured by glass-coated kite strings in Vadodara during Uttarayan. Rescue efforts saved 137 birds, while others succumbed to injuries.
Forest department teams conduct raids across Pilibhit district to stop the illegal sale of Chinese majha, a dangerous synthetic kite string causing injuries to people and wildlife.
A 35-year-old man and his 7-year-old daughter died after their motorcycle got entangled in a nylon kite string on a Surat flyover. The wife is critically injured. Police investigate the tragic accident during Uttarayan festival.
A 28-year-old doctor died after a Chinese manjha slit his throat in Jaunpur. This marks the second such fatality in a month, highlighting the ongoing danger of banned kite strings.
A 38-year-old migrant worker from Uttar Pradesh died after a banned Chinese manja kite string slit his throat while riding a motorcycle in Sangareddy district.
The Bhojpal Kite Festival at Jamboree Ground in Bhopal drew large crowds for Makar Sankranti, featuring kite flying, family fun, and community spirit under clear winter skies.
Banned Chinese manja kite string caused three deaths and over 100 injuries across UP, Telangana, and Karnataka during Makar Sankranti celebrations, with victims including a doctor and migrant worker.
Kite flying during Makar Sankranti in Nashik saw a significant decline this year as residents focused on corporation election activities, with sellers reporting halved business and banned nylon manja still in use.
A tragic incident in Bidar, Karnataka, claims a biker's life as a sharp kite string, known as manja, slits his throat while he was on his way to bring his daughter home.
A 48-year-old man died instantly when a banned manja kite thread sliced his neck while riding to fetch his daughter for Sankranti in Bidar district, sparking protests.
A retired soldier suffered deep lip wounds after a kite string coated with synthetic manja wrapped around his face while riding a motorcycle in Madhurawada.
A 50-year-old man suffered a deep neck injury from a manja-coated kite string while riding his motorcycle on Tamulia bridge in Balasore district.
A tragic incident in Karnataka saw a man killed by a Chinese manjha kite string while heading to meet his daughter for Sankranti, sparking safety concerns.
A man in Karnataka died after a kite string slit his throat while he was riding a scooter. The incident occurred in Chikkamagaluru district, highlighting the dangers of kite-flying strings.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav emphasizes paperless processes and transparency through e-governance. He chairs Council of Ministers meeting, discusses key campaigns, and issues safety alert.
Ludhiana Rural Police launched a preventive drive on Lohri, distributing iron angle shields to two-wheeler riders to protect them from injuries caused by banned plastic kite strings. The initiative will continue until Basant Panchami.
A police officer and an elderly woman suffered serious injuries from banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad. Authorities intensify enforcement ahead of Sankranti season.
Indore district administration enforces zero-tolerance policy on synthetic kite string following two deaths and multiple injuries. Collector warns of severe prosecution under new criminal laws.
Nashik Road police arrested a 33-year-old man for selling banned nylon manja, seizing 47 reels worth Rs 23,000. He faces attempt to commit culpable homicide charges under BNS Section 110.
Migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh flock to Ahmedabad's Dilli Darwaza before Makar Sankranti, making kite strings with bare hands that suffer deep, slow-healing cuts from glass powder.
The Gujarat Titans cricket team marked a lively start to their International Kite Festival, coinciding with Uttarayan festivities, showcasing cultural vibrancy and community engagement.
Two separate incidents involving dangerous Chinese manja kite strings injured a police officer in Nallakunta and a woman in Meerpet, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in Hyderabad.
The Bombay High Court criticizes Maharashtra's failure to enforce the nylon manja ban, orders a Special Task Force and nodal officer for online monitoring ahead of Makar Sankranti.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court imposes strict penalties: ₹2.5 lakh for sellers and ₹25,000 for users of banned nylon kite strings. Fines to fund victim treatment.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation creates multi-departmental committee for coordinated action against banned nylon manja causing injuries to birds, animals, and humans. 24x7 helpline numbers announced.
A massive 35-foot Lord Hanuman kite created by veteran kitist Paavan Solanki took flight at Ahmedabad's International Kite Festival, showcasing innovative kite-making techniques.
Nashik police register only 7 nylon manja cases this January, down from over 40 last year, with strict vigil and externment of sellers credited for the decline.
Police in Ludhiana confiscated 80 spools of banned Chinese manjha string during a raid. The dangerous material poses serious risks to birds and humans during kite flying.