KARACHI: K-Electric cautions against kite flying near power infrastructure, urging residents to avoid engaging in the sport, particularly near high-tension transmission lines, to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.

KE said in a statement that kite flying activity often involves the usage of metallic, chemical, or glass-coated strings that pose a massive risk of electrocution and power interruption/disruption, particularly where electricity infrastructure is nearby, which causes unwarranted disruption in the supply of electricity, and has done so on multiple days near Iftaar time. “Any extracurricular activity should ideally be a source of joy, and not tragedy or disruption,” said Imran Rana, Senior Director of Corporate Communications at K-Electric.