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22-Year-Old Escapes Gruesome Neck Injury from Kite String
3 Sep
Summary
- A 22-year-old narrowly escaped a severe neck injury from a Chinese kite string.
- The incident occurred near Quality Chowk, Ludhiana, as she commuted home.
- This highlights the ongoing danger posed by banned kite strings in the region.
A 22-year-old computer operator in Ludhiana narrowly escaped a severe injury when a Chinese kite string became entangled around her neck. The incident happened near Quality Chowk as she was returning home from work, resulting in a significant cut that required immediate medical attention.
Passersby swiftly assisted the woman, identified as Muskan, and transported her to the civil hospital. Medical professionals treated her wound, which necessitated nine stitches before she was discharged. This harrowing experience has reignited concerns regarding the continued use of banned kite strings.
The dangerous material, often coated to be exceptionally sharp, poses a severe threat to motorists and pedestrians. Past incidents include deep cuts to faces and hands, and even fatalities, highlighting the urgent need for market control and enforcement of existing bans to prevent further tragedies.
