Lucknow, Feb. 10 -- Lucknow Police have intensified their crackdown on the use of "Chinese manjha" (kite string), deploying surveillance drones across the city to monitor people flying kites. The initiative aims to prevent injuries and enforce bans on the hazardous material.

DCP West Vishwajeet Shrivastava, speaking to ANI, said, "Since several incidents involving Chinese manjha have already occurred in Lucknow, campaigns have been carried out before as well. Currently, a continuous campaign is underway. We have first searched all the shops where kites are sold and conducted raids. Additionally, we are gathering intelligence and talking to various kite-flying clubs and enthusiasts. They have been informed that if they use this type of ma...