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Chicken for Kites: Delhi's Republic Day Air Show Strategy
10 Jan
Summary
- 1,275 kg of chicken meat used to deter kites from air show routes.
- Meat distribution occurs at 20 locations across Delhi annually.
- Switch from buffalo to chicken meat is a new measure this year.
The Delhi Forest Department has initiated a unique strategy involving 1,275 kg of chicken meat to ensure the safety of the Republic Day air show. This measure aims to deter black kites, which pose a significant risk of bird strikes to low-flying aircraft.
The annual exercise will take place from January 15 to January 26 across 20 identified locations in Delhi, including areas around the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. The department has decided to use chicken meat for the first time, moving away from buffalo meat, to strike a balance between wildlife management and event security.
This initiative ensures that kites are fed at designated points, keeping them away from the air show corridors. The meat will be supplied in small pieces, engaging the birds at lower altitudes and preventing them from straying into flight paths during the crucial aerial displays.
