A division bench of the Supreme Court on Friday, disposing of a suo motu notice against kite flying, directed strict implementation of the 2009 amended law in this regard.

The bench comprising Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani and Justice Mian Saqib Nisar was hearing the matter at the Supreme Court Lahore registry.

Earlier, the bench was informed on behalf of the Punjab government that the law on kite flying had been amended and use of iron and chemical twine were banned.

The court was further told that medical facilities were provided to a citizen, Fahim, who was injured badly after his throat was slashed by twine, and now he was healthy.

The bench after hearing the arguments disposed of the suo motu and directed to strictly implement the amended law.

The SC took notice of kite flying in 2005.