A tragic incident in Delhi has claimed the life of a three-year-old boy after his throat was slit by a Chinese kite string. The incident occurred in the Sangam Vihar area of South Delhi on Sunday evening.
Incident Details
The toddler, identified as Aryan, was playing outside his home when a sharp Chinese kite string, also known as 'manja', cut across his neck. The boy was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared brought dead.
The family has alleged that the string was left hanging from a tree and was not visible from a distance. The boy's father, Rajesh Kumar, said that they had no idea about the string until the accident happened.
Police Action
Delhi Police has registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Aircraft Act, as Chinese kite strings are banned in India due to their dangerous nature. An investigation is underway to identify the person responsible for flying the kite.
Senior police officers have visited the spot and are examining CCTV footage from the area to trace the kite flier.
Growing Menace of Chinese Kite Strings
Chinese kite strings, coated with glass or metal, are extremely sharp and have been responsible for numerous injuries and deaths across the country. Despite a ban, they are still widely used, especially during festivals like Makar Sankranti and Independence Day.
In recent years, several incidents have been reported where such strings have caused fatal accidents, including the deaths of bikers and pedestrians. Animal rights activists have also raised concerns about the harm caused to birds and animals.
The Delhi government had earlier imposed a ban on the manufacture, sale, and use of Chinese kite strings, but enforcement remains a challenge.
Public Outrage and Calls for Action
The latest incident has sparked outrage among residents and activists, who are demanding stricter enforcement of the ban. Many have taken to social media to express their grief and anger, calling for heavier penalties for those found using Chinese kite strings.
Local authorities have urged people to refrain from using such dangerous strings and to report any instances of their use to the police.
The tragic death of the toddler serves as a grim reminder of the dangers posed by Chinese kite strings and the urgent need for effective measures to prevent such incidents.
