In a heart-wrenching incident in Dhar city, Madhya Pradesh, a seven-year-old boy lost his life on Sunday after the sharp string of a kite slashed his throat while riding pillion on a motorcycle with his father.
The unfortunate episode unfolded at Hatwara Chowk in the city, where Vinod Chouhan was riding a bike with his young son. The kite string, commonly known as ‘manja,’ caused a severe injury to the child’s throat. In the immediate aftermath, Mr. Chouhan rushed his injured son to a private hospital, and from there, he was referred to the district hospital. Tragically, despite efforts, the doctors at the district hospital declared the young boy dead.
Dr. Amit Sisodia, providing insights into the severity of the injury, stated that the seven-year-old arrived at the district hospital with his throat slit by the sharp kite string. Regrettably, the child had already succumbed to his injuries by the time he reached the medical facility.
The incident highlights the potential dangers associated with the use of ‘manja,’ a string specifically designed for flying kites during occasions like Makar Sankranti. The thin, sharp nature of the string can lead to serious injuries, as tragically witnessed in this case.
City Superintendent of Police (CSP) Ravindra Vaskel assured that appropriate action would be taken against individuals found in possession of Chinese or sharp kite strings. This incident prompts a reevaluation of safety measures and regulations surrounding the use of kite strings to prevent such devastating accidents.
Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Roshani Patidar revealed that the administration had recently conducted a campaign against the use of Chinese ‘manja’ in the last ten days. Despite such efforts, incidents like these underscore the need for continued awareness and strict enforcement of safety guidelines to safeguard lives during festive celebrations involving kite flying.
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