Acting on the directions of the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court, the Nagpur City Police Commissioner has issued a strict public advisory imposing heavy penalties on the use, sale and storage of banned nylon manja, citing serious threats to public safety and wildlife.
Every year, several incidents are reported in which birds, stray animals and two-wheeler riders suffer severe injuries or even lose their lives due to nylon manja. Taking serious note of these recurring incidents, the High Court, while hearing a suo motu public interest litigation (SM PIL No. 1/2021), passed orders on January 12, 2026, directing authorities to strictly curb the use of nylon manja.
In compliance with the court’s directions, the Nagpur Police have issued the following instructions to the general public:
Adults found flying kites using government-banned nylon manja will be fined ₹25,000 per violation, with the amount recovered in cash. In cases involving minors, the fine will be recovered from parents or guardians.
Vendors found selling or stocking nylon manja with the intention to sell will face a penalty of ₹2.5 lakh per violation.
Failure to pay the fine immediately will invite a 15-day notice, after which the amount will be recovered as land revenue through the competent authority.
All penalty amounts collected will be deposited in the Public Welfare Account, as directed by the High Court.
Citizens can report complaints related to the use, sale or storage of nylon manja by dialling 112 or by contacting the Nagpur Cyber Police WhatsApp helpline 8976897698.
Police have clarified that ignorance of the law will not be accepted as a defence. The advisory has been issued in the interest of public safety, protection of life and strict compliance with High Court orders.
Appealing to citizens, Nagpur City Police Commissioner Ravinder Kumar Singal said strict and continuous action is being taken against those involved in the use, sale and stocking of banned nylon manja within Nagpur city limits, and urged the public to cooperate by reporting violations without fear, assuring confidentiality of informants.
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