IG orders crackdown against kite flying in Punjab

Lahore: Inspector General of Punjab Police Rao Sardar Ali has ordered a crackdown against kite flying in the province, following an unfortunate incident today, one young man lost his life due to a string cut on his neck.

According to details, A 19-year-old lost his life when a chemically processed kite string cut his throat at Shalimar Link Road. The bloody game of kite flying continues despite notices from the CM and CCPO.

According to reports, a victim who is identified as Asad was a resident of Mushtaq Colony. Asad was on his bike when the string of the kite cut his throat and he died on the spot after receiving a cut on his neck.

Moreover, when the young man’s body reached his home there was commotion and mourning by the family members due to the tragic accident.

The police chief has directed action against those involved in making and selling metal twine and kites.

“Police officials have to give the answer if an incident of kite flying and injury to a citizen surfaces again,” the IG Police said.

“The SHO of Shalimar Town has been suspended after a youth died of kite string this morning,” he said.

Rao Sardar Ali also ordered the police department to ensure strict enforcement of the kite flying ban.