Hyderabad Police Crackdown: 143 Arrested in Massive Drive Against Chinese Manja

• Hyderabad police launched a massive drive against banned Chinese Manja ahead of Sankranti, arresting 143 people and registering 103 cases.
• Authorities seized 6,226 spools of Chinese Manja worth Rs. 1.24 crore, with the Southwest Zone recording the highest number of seizures and arrests.
• CP V.C. Sajjanar warned of strict action, including the PD Act, against anyone involved in selling, buying, using, storing, or transporting the banned thread.
• Chinese Manja, made of glass powder and plastic, poses severe risks: causing injuries/fatalities to humans, harming birds, and being non-biodegradable.
• Police are monitoring online sales via e-commerce sites and social media, urging parents to ensure children use traditional cotton thread and report illegal sales.

Why It Matters: Hyderabad police enforce a zero-tolerance policy against dangerous Chinese Manja, arresting 143.