The order copy reads that following the suggestion of MoCA, the Delhi Police issued an order regarding it on Tuesday (October 22). The order copy reads that it has been found that commercial and residential localities in and around the jurisdiction of IGI Airport wherein there are a lot of chances of use of lantern kites, wish kites specially, during festivals which is a great danger to the aircraft during its landing and taking off.
Whereas, at present there is no specific law in exercise to prevent such activities. It is necessary to take immediate measures, in this regard, to prevent danger to human life and safety of aircrafts and to contain nuisance in the matter of use of Lantern Kites/ Wish Kites in and around two kilometres from the perimeter boundary of IGI Airport, it further reads.
This order shall come into force with effect from October 21 up to December 19. Any person, group of persons, organisers, of any event, owners and employees of any commercial/private institution, occupiers of any dwelling unit, etc. found contravening these orders shall be liable to be punished in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 223 (a) of the BNS, the advisory said.
(With ANI inputs)
