Station House Officer Pirudhai Ali Hamdani and his team carried out targeted raids across Rawalpindi after a secret tip-off, recovering more than 5,000 kite spools (gudde) and approximately 500 strings (dor). The kite seizure was aimed at disrupting an illegal trade in kites and chemically treated strings that endanger public safety.
Police sources said vendors were selling kites and chemical-coated dor unlawfully, prompting the coordinated action at multiple locations. The seized material has been placed in police custody and cases have been registered against individuals found linked to the sales.
The local administration stressed a zero-tolerance policy toward dangerous kite flying, noting the risk posed by sharp or treated strings to pedestrians, motorists and emergency responders. Officials indicated that further enforcement measures will be taken in the coming days to prevent injuries and save lives.
Residents of the affected areas praised SHO Hamdani and his team for the operation and called for a complete end to the illegal kite business to ensure the safety of the community. Police have reiterated their commitment to follow up on leads and continue actions to curb the illegal supply of kite materials.
