Massive crackdown against kite vendors

-IGP seeks masses’ cooperation in kite flying ban

By Uzma Zafar

ISLAMABAD: IGP Islamabad on Thursday appealed to the citizen to cooperate with the cops against kite flying and make the lives of the rest secure. According to details, Capital Cops have begun a massive campaign against kite flying and selling in the Capital.
Following the orders of the IGP, DIG Operations Islamabad Afzaal Ahmad Kausar had directed all zonal officers to start a massive campaign against kite flying and the those shopkeepers selling kites with metal strings. The Police said that kite flying was dangerous and could ruin someone’s precious life. Many youngsters lose their lives by falling from rooftops while flying kites. Police also advised the citizens to avoid kite flying/selling as section 144 has already been imposed by the district administration and also guide their children to stay away from this harmful play.

IGP has asked the parents to keep eye on their children and stop them from this dangerous practice. “It is the responsibility of the masses to be vigilant and keep eyes around and if anyone involved in this crime, police should be approached and informed instantly†, he said. He said that precious lives can be saved through co-operation of masses, in this regard. “Islamabad Police is taking every possible step to save the lives and property of it’s citizens”, he added.