Police in Mhow took swift action against illegal kite-flying materials on Tuesday. They arrested a local kite seller for possessing and selling banned Chinese manjha.
Major Seizure in Bhola Gali Raid
Officers conducted a raid at a house in Bhola Gali. This operation led to the seizure of 105 rolls of the prohibited Chinese thread. The estimated value of the confiscated material is Rs 78,750.
Tip-Off Leads to Arrest
Mhow police received specific information about a large stock of Chinese thread at a shop. Acting on this tip, a team moved quickly to investigate.
They targeted the residence of Amitesh Chorasiya, a 35-year-old kite seller. Chorasiya lives in the Mhow market area. The raid confirmed the presence of the illegal thread.
Official Statement on the Case
Mhow SDO (Police) Lalit Singh Sikarwar provided details to the press. He stated, "Mhow police had received a tip-off about storage of a large quantity of Chinese thread at a shop. Following this, a team raided the house of kite seller Amitesh Chorasiya. During the raid, the team recovered 105 rolls of prohibited Chinese thread."
Sikarwar further confirmed that legal proceedings are underway. Authorities are taking action against Chorasiya under the BNSS. This law addresses such violations strictly.
Why Chinese Manjha is Banned
Chinese manjha refers to a type of kite-flying string. It is often coated with sharp materials like glass or metal. This makes it extremely dangerous.
- It poses severe risks to birds, causing fatal injuries.
- It can harm humans, especially two-wheeler riders, by cutting their throats.
- Environmental and safety concerns have led to widespread bans across India.
Police regularly crack down on its sale and use. This arrest in Mhow is part of those ongoing efforts to enforce the ban and protect public safety.
