[1]The passersby and tourists at India Gate witnessed a colourful sky on Saturday when hundreds of multi-coloured kites dotted the clear blue sky at the India Gate lawns. Delhi chief minister Sheila Dikshit inaugurated the kite flying festival at India Gate lawns. This festival will remain open on Sunday till late evening.
“This festival is organised by the Delhi tourism, in association with Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corpor-ation and Development Corporation and Department of Art and Culture of the Delhi government as part of efforts to revive the age-old sport. Kite flying is one of the most popular sports in India. According to Greek literature, kite flying dates back to as old as 14 century and later came back to India and other Asian countries,” said an organiser.
Such kite flying festivals are often organised in various part of India.
“The festival will have expert kite makers from all over India. There are participants from Tamil Nadu, Uttarpradesh, Chandigarh, Gujarat, and Jodhpur etc. There will be a kite cutting competition for professionals and another for ladies and children,” the official added.
The authorities have also set up theme pavilions for the visitors to ensure the best view of designer kites.
Cultural performances and magic shows are also being organised as part of the festival, besides a mini-food court serving various delicacies of Delhi.
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