The Punjab government has officially enforced the Kite Flying Ordinance 2025, introducing a new legal framework governing kite flying across the province. The new law lifts the previous blanket ban but replaces it with strict safety measures, registration requirements, and heavy penalties to prevent dangerous practices.
According to the ordinance, kite flying will be allowed under regulated conditions, while the manufacturing, sale, and use of hazardous kite strings will carry severe criminal penalties.
🧒 Children Under 18 Banned from Kite Flying
Under the new law, individuals below the age of 18 are not permitted to fly kites. In case of violation, the parents or legal guardian will be held responsible, not the minor.
This clause aims to reduce accidents, injuries, and hazardous activities associated with underage kite flying.
🧵 Only Cotton Thread Allowed – Ban on Hazardous Strings
The ordinance allows kite flying only with cotton thread (simple string).
The following are completely banned:
Metal-coated string
Glass-coated (chemical) string
Sharp or metallic wire-based string
Any hazardous or lethal material
🚨 Harsh Penalties for Violations
Violations of the ordinance will face severe punishments, including:
Minimum 3 years imprisonment
Maximum 5 years imprisonment
Up to Rs. 2 million fine
These penalties apply to anyone manufacturing, selling, or using banned kite strings or other prohibited materials.
🏬 Mandatory Registration of Kite Associations
The ordinance mandates the registration of all kite-flying associations with the respective Deputy Commissioner of each district.
Registered associations must:
Follow safety protocols
Maintain membership data
Coordinate events officially
🛒 QR-Code Based Tracking System for Safety
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To ensure traceability and accountability, the Punjab government has introduced a QR code-based identification system for:
Kite shops
Kites
Kite manufacturers
Thread manufacturers
Key rules include:
Kites must be purchased only from registered vendors
Each vendor will be assigned a unique QR code
Kites will also carry QR codes to identify the seller
Thread manufacturers will be registered and traceable through QR codes
This digital system aims to help authorities track illegal materials and prevent unregistered vendors from operating.
⚠️ Why This Ordinance Was Introduced
The Punjab government cited serious injuries, electricity disruptions, and fatalities caused by hazardous kite string as the main reason behind strict regulations.
The government claims the new system will:
Allow safe kite flying as a cultural activity
Eliminate dangerous materials
Bring manufacturers and sellers into a regulated system
Stop black market production
📅 Implementation
The ordinance is effective immediately, and law enforcement agencies have been directed to start inspections, vendor registration, and public awareness campaigns.
