Lahore: The Punjab Assembly on Wednesday passed the Punjab Regulation of Kite Flying Bill, 2025, introducing a comprehensive legal framework to regulate kite flying across the province in order to protect human life and property.
The bill will now be sent to Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan for his signature to become an official act. It repeals the Punjab Prohibition of Kite Flying Ordinance 2001 and grants the government full authority to frame rules, regulations, and guidelines for effective implementation.
Under the new law, the use of metallic wire, nylon string, and chemically or glass-coated kite strings is completely banned. Strict punishments have been prescribed for flying, manufacturing, storing, or selling kites without government permission.
Violations may result in three to five years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to PKR 2 million, or both. Manufacturing or selling kites and prohibited strings carries harsher penalties, including five to seven years’ imprisonment or fines of up to PKR 5 million.
In cases involving children, action will be taken under the Juvenile Justice System Act, 2018, with unpaid fines recoverable from parents or legal guardians. All offences under the law are non-bailable and cognisable.
Deputy commissioners are authorised to grant conditional permission for kite flying on specific days and at designated locations. Mandatory safety measures for motorcyclists must be observed during permitted kite-flying activities.
The bill also makes registration compulsory for the manufacturing and sale of approved kites and cotton strings. Selling kites or equipment without registration can lead to one to five years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both. Police officers of the rank of sub-inspector or above are empowered to make arrests without a warrant, conduct searches, and seize prohibited material. Other agencies may also be granted these powers by the provincial government.
A formal mechanism has been introduced for registration and cancellation of kite-flying associations, with deputy commissioners authorised to revoke registrations in case of violations. A multi-tier right of appeal has been included at the magistrate, deputy commissioner, and commissioner levels. Informers reporting violations may receive rewards of up to PKR 5,000.
The bill aims to create a safe and regulated environment for kite flying while ensuring strict enforcement against dangerous practices that threaten lives and property in Punjab.
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