There will be a fine of Rs 20 lakh for flying kites in Pakistan

The legislature of Punjab, Pakistan’s most populous province, has passed a new law to permanently ban kite flying. There is also a provision for strict punishment and heavy fine for kite fliers and kite makers. Now a fine of Rs 20 lakh (Pakistani Rupees) will be imposed for flying kites in Pakistan. This step has been taken before the festival. Whereas spring is traditionally welcomed by flying kites.

Considering accidents

This ban has been taken in view of the accidents caused by kite flying in Punjab, Pakistan. While flying a kite, one gets hurt by the kite string. In which the decision was taken by increasing the figures. It was first banned in 2005 after 11 people were injured while flying kites in Lahore. The Punjab government had banned kite flying in August last year. Now along with prohibition, the provision of fine and punishment has also been added to it.

As far as the provision of strict punishment and fine in the new law is concerned

According to the new law, flying kites can result in a jail term of 3 to 5 years and a fine of up to 20 lakh Pakistani rupees. The punishment for kite and string makers is more severe and includes imprisonment of up to 7 years and a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh. Kite flying has been a popular tradition in Punjab on the spring festival. People celebrate this festival with great enthusiasm by flying kites, but the government has banned it due to security reasons.

decision to prevent a disaster

Birds die while flying kites. Ropes prove to be ropes of death for humans on public roads and for birds flying in the sky. People’s lives are equally important. A decision was taken to prevent accidents during kite flying in Pakistan.

Public reaction is important

The decision to impose a permanent ban on kite flying in Punjab is an attempt to strike a balance between safety and tradition. On the one hand this law gives priority to public safety, on the other hand it restricts a popular cultural activity. Public feedback on the impact of this law and how it is implemented will be important.