Kite Festival Takes Flight: A Celebration of Tradition and Triumph

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the third international kite festival in Delhi, connecting it with Makar Sankranti, a significant festival for farmers. He also recalled the resilience symbolized by the Somnath temple, stressing the enduring strength of Indian culture and tradition despite historical adversities.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the third international kite festival at Baansera Park by the Yamuna river, marking the occasion with Makar Sankranti greetings, especially for farmers.

Highlighting the cultural importance, Shah emphasized that Makar Sankranti unites diverse Indian regions under its significance as a farmers' festival dedicated to the Sun god.

He encouraged the Delhi government to elevate the kite festival to a leading global event and drew parallels to the Somnath temple's resilience, a symbol of Indian cultural perseverance.

(With inputs from agencies.)