Killer Kite String Claims Another Life in Karnataka

A tragic incident in Karnataka's Bidar district has resulted in the death of Sanjukumar Hosamani, a 48-year-old motorcyclist. He sustained a severe injury from a taut kite string stretched across the road near Talamadagi Bridge. The resulting deep cut led to heavy bleeding, and he collapsed from his bike. In a harrowing moment, Hosamani managed to call his daughter before losing consciousness. Passersby attempted to provide aid, but he passed away before an ambulance could arrive.

Following the fatal accident, Hosamani's family and local residents voiced their anger. They alleged that a timely ambulance response could have saved his life and protested at the accident site. Their demands included strict action against the use of nylon kite strings, often referred to as Chinese manjha, and immediate improvements to the district's emergency services. A case has been registered, and an investigation is currently underway.

This event is not isolated; nylon kite strings have caused numerous fatalities across India. Recently, in January 2026, a man died in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, from a similar incident. Previous years have seen similar tragedies in Delhi, including the deaths of a young businessman in July 2025 and a child in July 2023, underscoring the persistent danger posed by these hazardous strings.