The Home Minister of Gujarat, Harsh Sanghavi along with his family members, participated in the Kite Festival and flew kite in Surat on January 14.

He requested everyone to not use any type of Chinese manja in this festival which already has taken many lives. In India, the Kite Festival is popularly known by the name ‘Makar Sankranti’. It is observed every year on January 14 and is celebrated across the country.

Makar Sankranti is a festival in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to Lord Surya or the Sun God, while 'Magh Bihu' is celebrated with community feasts after the annual harvest takes place.