britainnews.net · DistrictNews · 2026-08-15
How kites soared from Simon Go Back protests to a symbol of freedom
Today, August 15, colourful kites fill the skies across the country, as children and adults gather on terraces, balconies and open spaces in cities and villages to take part in the cherished tradition of kite-flying. Children run with spools in their hands as families gather on terraces, and enthusiasts compete in flying their kites higher and higher in the sky. Cheers rise whenever one kite cuts another. The sound of laughter and excitement spreads from one rooftop to another. It is not just a sport or a childhood pastime for many Indians but rather a celebration of freedom and expression
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