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In Photos: Mumbai Fire Brigade rescues parakeet entangled in manjha in Sion
Updated On: 03 April, 2025 01:32 PM IST | ronak mastakar
A parakeet trapped in a manjha (kite string) was successfully rescued by the Mumbai Fire Brigade in Sion on Wednesday. (Pics/Atul Kamble)

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The Mumbai Fire Brigade officials rescued the parakeet near Press Enclave, Aahana Co-operative Housing Society in Sion
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The bird had become entangled in electrical cables, prompting local residents to alert authorities

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A team from the fire department swiftly responded, carefully freeing the parakeet and removing the hazardous string
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Experts have repeatedly warned about the dangers of Chinese manjha, which not only threatens birds but also endangers humans by causing severe injuries

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Environmentalists continue to urge citizens to use eco-friendly alternatives and avoid harmful kite-flying materials
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The use of sharp Chinese manjha poses a significant threat to birds, often leading to injuries or fatalities

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Authorities continue to urge citizens to avoid using such materials for kite flying
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