CHANDIGARH: The Environment Society of India (ASI), Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh, organized a spectacular kite flying show at the 54th Rose Festival in Sector 16, Chandigarh.
The event witnessed a great enthusiasm, with a large number of kite flyers from the Tricity region and various parts of Punjab and Haryana participating. Participants included small children, school-going youngsters, boys and girls, senior citizens, and super citizens, all enjoying the colorful spectacle in the sky.
A special team from Ahmedabad, led by Mehul Pathak, added to the festival's charm by flying kites of various colors and sizes, enthralling the audience with their skill and artistry. Early in the morning, Municipal Councilor and Leader of the Opposition in the Municipal Corporation, Hardeep Singh Butrela, inaugurated the event and distributed free kites to the children.
He also participated in kite flying, reminiscing about his childhood, and emphasizing the importance of such cultural events in preserving India's rich heritage. He explained that kite flying not only increases environmental awareness but also fosters concentration and strengthens community bonds.
N.K. Jhingan, Secretary (Environment), Bharatiya Ekta Manch, Secretary of the Environment Society of India, thanked the Municipal Corporation for its support in reviving this beloved tradition. He explained that the Society has been organizing kite-flying events during various festivals for the past 30-40 years and has consistently promoted this cultural activity.