Four People Injured in Separate Chinese Manja Incidents Across Hyderabad
Hyderabad witnessed a series of dangerous incidents over the past two days involving Chinese manja, the sharp kite string. Four individuals sustained injuries in separate events across different districts. The victims include an Armed Reserve constable and a farmhouse watchman, highlighting the widespread risk this material poses to public safety.
Constable Suffers Throat Injury in Medchal Malkajgiri District
On Thursday evening, Armed Reserve constable Sai Kishore was riding his motorcycle through Keerasa village in Cheriyal, Medchal Malkajgiri district. Chinese manja suddenly slit his neck, causing significant throat injuries. Doctors administered seven stitches to treat the wound. Kishore is currently undergoing medical treatment for his injuries.
Farmhouse Watchman Seriously Hurt in Rangareddy District
In Rangareddy district, 58-year-old farmhouse watchman Bajireddy Venkateshwarlu faced a similar danger. The resident of Chilkur under Moinabad municipal limits was returning home on his motorcycle after shopping in Himayathnagar. Chinese manja became entangled around his neck, creating a deep cut to his throat. Local residents quickly rushed him to a hospital for emergency treatment.
Teenager Injured in Medak District Incident
A 17-year-old youth named Begari Sai Kumar from Dharmapur village in Raikode mandal, Medak district, encountered Chinese manja hanging loosely on the road while traveling on his bike. The contact caused injuries to his throat. Medical staff initially treated him at a local hospital before transferring him to a hospital in Zaheerabad for further care.
Electric Pole Manja Strikes Eye in Peddapalli District
In Peddapalli district, Kasarla Mahendar of Narayanapalli village in Eligedu mandal experienced a different type of injury on Friday. Chinese manja tied to an electric pole struck his eye as he was returning home on his motorcycle. This incident demonstrates how the hazardous material remains dangerous even when stationary.
These separate incidents across Hyderabad districts show the continuing threat posed by Chinese manja to residents. The sharp kite string has caused serious injuries to multiple people within just two days, raising concerns about public safety measures.
