A historic fusion of cultures unfolded in Ahmedabad when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz flew kites together at the International Kite Festival on Sabarmati Riverfront. This gesture embodied unity, peace, and mutual respect.
Gujarat’s passion for kites during Makar Sankranti is legendary, with rooftops becoming battlegrounds of skill and color. This timeless ritual envelops the state in euphoria. The leap to global prominence, however, owes much to Narendra Modi’s forward-thinking approach as Chief Minister.
Modi harnessed the festival’s essence to amplify India’s soft power, drawing international crowds to Gujarat’s key cities. Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Surat now pulse with global energy, where kites narrate stories of harmony without a single word.
On X, Modi shared vivid photos, praising the festival’s lively atmosphere. He took special pleasure in Chancellor Merz’s participation, watching him embrace the tradition. ‘These festivals fill skies with colors and connect hearts through shared traditions,’ Modi reflected, highlighting how his vision turned a local event into a beacon for worldwide cultural exchange.
The festival now symbolizes new horizons and communal bliss, with every kite fluttering as a harbinger of positivity. Under Modi’s guidance, Gujarat’s skies have become a canvas for India’s global cultural narrative.