Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Lucknow Airport Requests Kite, Laser Bans for Safety
The Lucknow airport is trying to make flying safer.
They want to stop people from flying kites and using laser lights near the airport because these could be dangerous to planes.
They also want to remove meat shops close by, as these attract birds that could crash into airplanes.
Officials are working to ensure safety and are sterilizing dogs and removing anything that might block planes from landing.
Similar steps are also being taken at another airport in Varanasi.
Lucknow airport authorities seek ban on kites and laser lights within 10km radius.
Authorities also requested removal of meat shops near the airport due to bird hazards.
The requests were made during a meeting of the Airport Environment Management Committee.
Divisional Commissioner Roshan Jacob directed immediate action from relevant departments.
Similar safety measures are being implemented at Varanasi's airport.
- Who
- Lucknow airport authorities, Divisional Commissioner Roshan Jacob, and concerned departments.
- What
- Lucknow airport authorities are seeking bans on kites, laser lights and removal of meat shops for safety.
- When
- The requests were made during a meeting of the Airport Environment Management Committee.
- Where
- Lucknow and Varanasi airports.
- Why
- To address concerns over flight safety and prevent potential hazards.
Authorities
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Safety vs. Recreation
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Prioritize passenger safety.
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- Requested Bans
- Kites, laser lights
- Radius for Bans
- 10-kilometer
- Meat Shops
- 4-5 identified for removal
- Action Directed by
- Divisional Commissioner Roshan Jacob
- Other Actions
- Dog sterilization, removal of obstructions
- Similar Measures
- Varanasi airport