Deadly China-made string casts shadow over Basant Festival
Despite stringent efforts by authorities, the sale of deadly China-made string continues unabated in the region ahead of the Basant festival which is one of the most popular festivals of this region. Till date, seven FIRs have been registered in which most of time, the accused have been released on bail. Meanwhile, several incidents of injuries caused by the hazardous string have already been reported, highlighting the looming danger during the festivities.
Vikramditya Sharma
Jan 28, 2025 06:39
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Ferozepur, January 28, 2025: Despite stringent efforts by authorities, the sale of deadly China-made string continues unabated in the region ahead of the Basant festival which is one of the most popular festivals of this region. Till date, seven FIRs have been registered in which most of time, the accused have been released on bail. Meanwhile, several incidents of injuries caused by the hazardous string have already been reported, highlighting the looming danger during the festivities.
As per information, till date the police have recovered 198 Chinese string spools. In the recent recovery, the police recovered 105 string spools and arrested three persons under sections 39, 51 of the Wild Life Protection Act 1972 and section 15 of The Environment Protection Act (FIR No. 22 Dated 27.01.2025).
There are several incidents in the past where innocent people got badly injured due to this deadly string.
It is pertinent to mention here that Basant Panchami is one of the most popular festivals in this part of the country and heralds the end of winter and arrival of spring. This festival generates business worth crores in this border town, which is otherwise considered as economically backward. People climb onto the terraces of their houses since morning and fly kites amidst drum beats and playing of DJ systems. Relatives and friends of the city residents come from far-off places to celebrate the festival this town.
