Sankranti festival: Three-day long Kite and Sweet festival kicks off in Hyderabad

HYDERABAD, Jan 13: Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao and Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar inaugurated a three-day International Kite and Sweet Festival at Parade Grounds on Monday as part of the Sankranti celebrations.
Organized by the Telangana State Tourism and Culture Department, the festival showcases a vibrant mix of entertainment, cultural heritage, and culinary delights.
A total of 57 international kite flyers from 19 countries and 58 national kite flyers from 22 Indian states are participating in the event, adding a global and national flavor to the festivities.
The festival features 1,350 stalls offering a wide variety of flour-based dishes from across India and abroad. Impressive handloom displays and traditional performances by artists showcasing art forms like Perini, Shiva Tandavam, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and tribal dances accompanied by Dappu Dolu instruments are also major attractions.
Women from Telangana and other states such as Punjab, Gujarat, Kerala, and Maharashtra have set up stalls featuring an array of homemade sweets. These delicacies can be enjoyed at the dedicated food courts, with many available for purchase.
With an expected attendance of over 1.5 million visitors, the festival promises to be one of Hyderabad’s most eagerly awaited events. The celebration offers a unique opportunity to enjoy traditional arts, culinary experiences, and interactive activities, ensuring a memorable experience for attendees of all ages.
Don’t miss the chance to soak in the festive spirit and cultural richness of Hyderabad at the International Kite and Sweet Festival! (UNI)