Police Warn Against Kite Flying, Aerial Firing in Awareness Drive

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On Friday, walks were held in Ganjmandi and RA Bazaar areas to raise awareness about the dangers of kite flying and aerial firing.

Scores of citizens and police officials participated in the awareness walks. Police officers also gave awareness lectures in various educational institutions to prevent kite flying and aerial firing in the city as part of the drive, a spokesperson said.

Officials also distributed pamphlets in mosques and door-to-door campaigns to prevent the controversial sports.

Kite flying has been declared a non-bailable offence in the province, punishable with up to seven years of imprisonment and a fine.

Published in Dawn, February 1st, 2025

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