Nylon and synthetic 'manja' banned by Green Court
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) today directed a complete ban on 'manja' (kite strings) made of or coated with any synthetic material that is non-biodegradable. While hearing a plea filed by animal rights body PETA, the NGT asked all state governments to prohibit the "manufacture and use" of non-biodegradable 'manja', saying it poses a life-threat to birds, animals and humans.