Ferozepur unites against Chinese Thread
DC warns stern action for sale, storage, and use of Chinese thread
Students pledge to use traditional thread
Sachdeva family continues 60-Year Philanthropic Mission for Safe Basant
Ferozepur, January 22, 2026: In a major push for public safety ahead of Basant Panchami, the Ferozepur district administration, educational institutions, and social activists have joined forces to eliminate the use of synthetic "Chinese" kite thread. The campaign was marked by high-impact street plays, student pledges, and philanthropic efforts to promote traditional cotton thread.
Deputy Commissioner Deepsikha Sharma issued a stern warning that the sale, storage, and use of Chinese thread is strictly prohibited across Punjab. Highlighting that this thread acts as a "death dagger" for humans, birds, and the environment, she directed officials to conduct raids and take immediate legal action against violators. Notably, the DC emphasised that if children are found using the banned thread, their parents will be held accountable and face strict action under the law.
D.C. Model Senior Secondary School organised an impactful street play (Nukkad Natak) to demonstrate the lethal consequences of synthetic thread. During the event, students raised slogans such as "Choose Indian Dor, Say No to Chinese Dor" and took a collective pledge to use only traditional thread. Principal Yachana Chawla and Deputy Principal Manish Banga reiterated that the festival's sanctity should not be compromised by using thread that endangers lives.
Adding a heartwarming touch to the campaign, Sudeep Sachdeva from Chandigarh, continuing a 60-year family bond with the city, visited Ferozepur with his father, Krishan Sachdeva. Maintaining their annual tradition, they distributed safe kites and cotton thread to the students of Government Primary School, Gainder. Teacher Ashima noted that such initiatives not only bring joy to the children but also instil a sense of responsibility toward the environment and bird safety.
The unified message from the Ferozepur administration and citizens is clear: celebrate the spirit of Basant Panchami with the safe, Indian-made cotton thread to ensure a festival free from accidents and tragedy.