The recent decision by lawmakers in Punjab to impose a permanent ban on kite flying is a bold but necessary measure that prioritises public safety over tradition. While the Basant festival holds a ...
Kite manufacturers, dealers and those found involved in any related activity will face a fine ranging from Rs500,000 to Rs5 million. Anyone found flying kite in any part of Punjab will face jail term ...
Manufacturers of kites and strings could also face custodial sentences of up to seven years and a fine of five million rupees ($18,000), Rehman said. He said the new law was needed to save the lives ...