The Economic Times

Republic Day 2026: Why Delhi govt is using 1,275 kg of boneless chicken to guard the sky

Delhi Forest Department is using 1,275 kg of chicken meat to deter black kites from Republic Day air show routes. This annual exercise, involving meat distribution at 20 locations, aims to prevent bird strikes on low-flying aircraft. The shift from buffalo to chicken meat is a new measure to ensure a safe aerial display.