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Are kite strings turning festive fun into deadly risk?
short by / on Monday, 12 January, 2026
Surgeon Dr Devendra Singh highlighted the deadly risks of kite strings coated with glass or metal, which can cause severe injuries or death to humans and birds. Accidents include cuts, vascular trauma, falls, and electrocution. Safe kite flying requires open spaces, gloves, cotton strings, and caution around electricity. Festivals should be joyous, not dangerous.
read more at Medical Dialogues