After the death of Police Constable Sammer Jadhav, 37, the Mumbai police have registered 22 FIRs against individuals found with the lethal nylon manja. This action precedes Makar Sankranti, where the police plan to take strict measures against those possessing these dangerous manjas (The thread used to fly kites).

Up until December 28, at least 22 FIRs were filed against alleged offenders, resulting in 5 arrests. "Nylon manjas are extremely sharp and can cause serious harm, which is why they're banned under section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. We urge citizens not to use these prohibited manjas," said a police officer.