In a significant crackdown, the Ludhiana police have apprehended three individuals and confiscated a massive haul of illegal Chinese kite string from their possession. The operation, which underscores the authorities' strict stance against the deadly material, took place in the city's Moti Nagar area.
Patrol Tip-Off Leads to Major Bust
The sequence of events began on December 24, when a police team from the CIA staff was conducting a routine patrol near Transport Nagar along the busy Delhi-Jalandhar highway. Acting on credible intelligence received during their patrol, the officers learned that several persons were present at the location with the intent to supply a large consignment of the prohibited string.
Finding the tip-off substantial, the police swiftly moved to cordon off the area. This prompt action led to the detention of three youths, who were taken into custody for questioning. A subsequent search revealed the staggering scale of their illegal stock.
Massive Haul and Legal Action
From the accused, the police recovered 960 rolls of the banned Chinese kite string. The arrested individuals have been identified as Akshay Bahl, a resident of Rajan Estate in Haibowal, Lavish Gupta from Atal Nagar, and Gaurav Kumar of Ludhiana.
Following the seizure, the police have registered a formal case against the trio. They have been booked under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including:
- Section 223 (Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant)
- Section 125 (Endangering human life or personal safety by rash or negligent acts)
- Section 3(5) (Common intention)
Investigators have initiated further legal proceedings and are now delving deeper into the origins and intended destination of the confiscated material.
Zero Tolerance Against a Deadly Menace
A senior police official emphasized the grave dangers posed by the banned Chinese kite string, often referred to as 'Chinese manjha'. The official stated that this type of string is not only lethal for birds, causing fatal injuries during the kite-flying season, but also poses a severe threat to human life. There have been numerous incidents where the sharp, non-biodegradable string has caused grievous injuries or even fatalities to pedestrians and two-wheeler riders.
In light of these persistent dangers, the Ludhiana police have reaffirmed their commitment to a policy of 'zero tolerance' against anyone involved in the sale, storage, or distribution of this illegal product. The current arrest and seizure are a direct result of this stringent approach. The police are now focused on tracing the supply chain to identify the source of the string and the network it was meant to feed.
