NCRTC Appeals to People Not to Fly Kites Near Namo Bharat Corridor
Meerut: The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has appealed to people living near the Namo Bharat corridor to avoid flying kites close to railway infrastructure.
The advisory is aimed at preventing accidents and avoiding disruption to train operations. Kite strings or manjha can become a safety concern if they come into contact with railway structures or the overhead electrical equipment used by Namo Bharat trains.
Why Is Kite Flying Near Namo Bharat Corridor Risky?
Namo Bharat trains operate using an overhead electrical system. When kites are flown too close to the elevated corridor, their strings can potentially reach railway equipment or become entangled with structures.
This can create a dangerous situation for people nearby and may also cause problems for railway operations. For this reason, residents are being advised to keep a safe distance from the Namo Bharat corridor while flying kites.
🪁 Why Kite Strings Can Be Dangerous
A kite string may become entangled with railway structures or electrical equipment when flown too close to the corridor.
- Kites can get stuck on railway structures
- Strings may reach overhead electrical equipment
- Train operations could be affected
- Trying to retrieve a stuck kite can be dangerous
Metallic Manjha Can Increase the Risk
Metallic or conductive manjha can make the situation more dangerous because it can conduct electricity. People should avoid using such strings near railway tracks, stations and overhead electrical infrastructure.
⚠️ Important Safety Advice
- Do not fly kites close to the Namo Bharat corridor
- Avoid metallic or conductive manjha
- Never try to remove a kite stuck on railway equipment
- Keep children away from railway electrical infrastructure
- Choose an open and safe location for kite flying
NCRTC Appeals to Residents
NCRTC has urged residents, particularly parents, to make children aware of the risks involved in flying kites near railway infrastructure.
If a kite gets stuck on a railway structure or electrical equipment, people should not attempt to remove it themselves. Keeping away from the equipment is the safest option.
Safety Comes First Around Namo Bharat
The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor passes through several populated areas. With kite flying being a popular activity, especially around Independence Day, taking a few simple precautions can help prevent accidents.
Residents can continue to enjoy kite flying, but it is important to choose a safe, open location away from the Namo Bharat corridor and its railway infrastructure.
🪁 Fly Kites Safely
Enjoy kite flying from a safe location and maintain a safe distance from the Namo Bharat corridor, railway structures and overhead electrical equipment.
📰 Official Source
This news is based on a report published by ETV Bharat. Read the original report on ETV Bharat →