Chinese Manja Turns Deadly During Sankranti, Rider Killed in Sangareddy, Police Issue Fresh Warning

Hyderabad: The use of Chinese manja, a banned and dangerous kite string, has once again turned fatal during the Sankranti festival season, raising serious concerns over public safety in Telangana. Despite repeated warnings, raids, and cases booked by police, the deadly thread continues to claim lives and leave families shattered.

In the latest incident, a two-wheeler rider lost his life in Sangareddy district after his neck was slit by Chinese manja while riding, highlighting the growing menace posed by this illegal kite string.

Sangareddy Tragedy Shocks Residents

The fatal incident occurred in Fasalwadi village of Sangareddy mandal. The deceased, identified as ٓAvadesh Kumar, a native of Bihar, was working in an industry in Pasalwadi.

According to locals:

• Avadesh Kumar was riding his bike when Chinese manja got caught around his neck
• His throat was severely cut, causing heavy bleeding
• He died while being rushed to the hospital

Residents said the injury was so severe that he could not survive even a short distance.

Series of Manja-Related Incidents Across Hyderabad

The Sangareddy death is not an isolated case. Over the past week, several alarming incidents have been reported:

• A biker’s hand was badly injured due to Chinese manja
• An ASI in Uppal suffered a deep neck injury after the string wrapped around his throat
• An elderly woman in Almasguda suffered severe leg injuries while walking on the road
• A software employee was hospitalized in Gachibowli after coming into contact with Chinese manja

These incidents have created fear among motorists and pedestrians alike.

Police Crackdown Continues, But Use Persists

Police officials said they have:

• Conducted raids on shops selling Chinese manja
• Registered criminal cases against sellers and users
• Issued repeated public warnings against its use

Despite these measures, some people continue to fly kites using Chinese manja, ignoring the serious risks involved.

Why Chinese Manja Is Dangerous

Chinese manja is made of synthetic thread coated with glass powder or metal, making it:

• Extremely sharp
• Capable of causing deep cuts to the neck, hands, and legs
• A major threat to motorists, pedestrians, and birds

Authorities say even a moment’s contact can lead to fatal injuries.

Police Appeal to the Public

In view of the recent incidents, Telangana Police have once again appealed to the public to:

• Avoid using Chinese manja completely
• Use safe cotton thread for kite flying
• Report illegal sale of banned manja

Officials warned that strict legal action will be taken against violators.

Festival Joy Turning Into Grief

While kite flying is a cherished part of Sankranti celebrations, the continued use of Chinese manja is turning joy into tragedy. Each year, families are left grieving due to avoidable accidents caused by this deadly thread.

Authorities urged citizens to celebrate responsibly and ensure that festivals do not become a cause of irreversible loss.

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