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Jaipur: As Makar Sankranti celebrations reach their peak in Jaipur, rooftops across the city are filled with kite enthusiasts eager to test their skills. But amid the excitement, the city’s birds face serious danger from flying strings coated with glass and other sharp materials, commonly known as manjha. To protect the feathered residents, Jaipur has deployed a dedicated “Bird Army” across the city. Teams of veterinarians stationed at temporary camps are treating hundreds of injured birds each day. Kite-Flying Fever Sweeps Jaipur From early morning, residents and officials alike have been busy flying kites, and the celebrations are expected to continue into the evening. However, the soaring kites and trailing strings pose a serious threat to birds, many of which get entangled and...