Patiala administration cracks down on Chinese Kite Strings; PPCB, MC conduct inspections

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Patiala administration cracks down on Chinese Kite Strings; PPCB, MC conduct inspections

Kanwar Inder Singh/ royalpatiala.in News/ January 29,2025

Acting on the directives of Deputy Commissioner, Patiala Dr. Preeti Yadav, a joint team from the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) and the Municipal Corporation Patiala conducted inspections across multiple markets, including Achar Bazaar, Tripuri Market, Raghomajra, Main market Rajpura, Bhadson, Sanour, and Nabha, to check for the sale and storage of banned Chinese kite strings (China Dor).

PPCB SDO Mohit Singla stated that a coordinated campaign is underway in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation and SDMs to eliminate the trade of Chinese kite strings. Efforts are also being made to identify individuals involved in their supply, sale, or use.

During the inspections, no Chinese kite strings (Gattu) were found at any of the checked shops. The team also educated shopkeepers and local residents about the hazards associated with these strings and urged them to refrain from their use and sale.

Patiala administration cracks down on Chinese Kite Strings; PPCB, MC conduct inspections Patiala administration cracks down on Chinese Kite Strings; PPCB, MC conduct inspections Patiala administration cracks down on Chinese Kite Strings; PPCB, MC conduct inspections

The Patiala district administration has issued a public notice warning against the use, storage, supply, import, or sale of banned Chinese, nylon, or synthetic kite strings. Strict legal action will be taken against violators.

To report violations, the district administration has provided a toll-free helpline: 0175-2350550 / 1800-180-2810.