Jammu, August 3, 2025: In a significant crackdown on the illegal sale of hazardous kite-flying materials, the IC PP Phallanwala, and his team have arrested two persons and recovered banned gattu thread.
A case FIR No. 35/2025 U/S 223 stands registered in police station, Khour.The accuseds, identified as Harsh Bhau R/O Mohalla Ghariwala Phallanwala and Rohit Singh S/O Budhi Singh R/O Phallanwala Tehsil Khour Distt Jammu were apprehended with 03 rolls of gattu thread a material known for its dangerous properties.
Police officials have emphasized that gattu thread, often coated with metallic or synthetic substances, poses serious risks to both human and animal life, especially during the kite-flying season. Such materials are known to cause injuries and fatalities due to their sharp and conductive nature.
The public is urged to use only safe, cotton-based thread for kite flying and to report any suspicious or illegal sales to their nearest police station. Strict action will continue against those involved in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of banned materials.
