80 Spools of Banned Manjha Seized in Ludhiana
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.
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.
A 33-year-old man in Hyderabad suffered a deep shoulder cut from banned Chinese manja. Police have arrested sellers in Gachibowli and Suryapet. Read about the dangers and the ongoing crackdown.
A tile contractor in Indore died after a banned Chinese manjha slit his throat. This is the second such death recently, highlighting the black market menace. Authorities must act now.
A tile contractor in Indore died after a banned Chinese manjha slit his throat. This is the second such death recently, highlighting the ongoing danger of the illegal kite strings.
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