Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Kite Flying Safety Alerts Issued
During the Sankranti festival, people in Telangana, India, are excited to fly kites.
However, the Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGSPDCL) has asked everyone to be very careful.
They said to fly kites only in open areas far from electricity lines and to use safe strings like cotton or nylon.
Metallic strings are dangerous because they can cause electric shocks.
The company has also prepared special tools and staff to safely remove kites that get stuck in power lines.
They want everyone to enjoy the festival but stay safe by following these rules.
TGSPDCL issued safety alerts for kite flying during the Sankranti festival.
Public advised to fly kites in open areas away from electricity lines and transformers.
Use of metallic strings is discouraged due to the risk of electric shock.
Special equipment and staff deployed to safely remove entangled kites from power lines.
Public urged to follow safety precautions to prevent accidents and ensure a joyful celebration.
- Who
- Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGSPDCL) and the public
- What
- Safety alerts and precautions for kite flying during Sankranti
- When
- During the Sankranti festival
- Where
- Telangana, India
- Why
- To prevent accidents and ensure safety while flying kites
- Organization
- Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGSPDCL)
- Festival
- Sankranti
- Safety Measures
- Deployed extendable pruning saws, field-level staff availability
- Safety Precautions
- Fly kites in open areas, avoid metallic strings, do not touch entangled kites
- Risk Factors
- Electricity lines, transformers, wet weather, metallic strings
- Equipment Used
- 6 to 18 feet extendable pruning saws with insulated cutting tools
- Public Appeal
- Prioritize safety, follow guidelines to prevent accidents
Sources
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Man dies after kite string slits throat in Karnataka’s Bidar
Prakasam: Chinese Manja Injures Postman On Duty
Telangana: Farm labourer dies after kite string cuts throat
Banned kite-flying string claims life of physiotherapist in UP
Bhopal News: Sharp Maanjha Threads Pose Serious Risk During Kite Festival
Banned Kite String Kills Another Biker, This Time In Telangana
Makar Sankranti 2026: Avoid Flying Kites Near Power Transmission Lines, Warns Adani Electricity
Jaunpur doctor dies after Chinese kite string slits throat in road accident
Man Injured by Kite String in Visakhapatnam
Fatal Manja Incident: 48-Year-Old Biker Killed in Bidar
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Four wounded by banned Chinese kite string in Indore; 25 arrested
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Three of family get killed after falling from bridge in Surat
