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Kite String Kills 21-Year-Old Motorcyclist in Lahore as Police, CM Order Action

The death prompted orders for arrests under Punjab’s kite-flying ban, underscoring persistent enforcement gaps.

Overview

  • Muhammad Yousuf, 21, a medical representative from Mozang, died when a loose dor in Nawan Kot cut his neck as he rode home.
  • Hospital sources said his throat was deeply slashed and he succumbed to his injuries while being rushed for treatment.
  • Punjab Inspector General Usman Anwar sought a report from the Lahore CCPO and directed DIG Operations to arrest those involved in the illegal kite flying.
  • Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz offered condolences, condemned the activity, and ordered immediate action with a detailed report.
  • Police opened a review with instructions to detain culprits, no arrests were reported by publication time as activists urged tighter enforcement and authorities cited thousands of anti-kite arrests and large seizures this year.