TS Govt Bans ‘Chinese Dor’

The Government of Telangana has issued orders banning procuring, stocking, sale and use of nylon thread which is commonly called as “Chinese Dor” or other synthetic threads (non-bio degradable) threads coated with glass or other substances used for kite flying or other purpose.

The orders were issued in the interest of



conservation of Wild Life and Safety of human beings. It is observed that the use of such material is also causing adverse effects on soil, water ways due to its non-biodegradable nature apart from causing grievous injury to animals and human beings, and causing problems to transmission lines and other communication devices and traffic movement.

            The Secretary, Forest and Environment said that the use of Chinese Dor is quite prevalent during festivals, other occasions and requested the people not to use them and follow the government orders strictly.