Gandhinagar, Jan. 12 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'International Kite Festival (IKF) 2026' at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest. The two leaders inaugurated the festival by flying kites, symbolising the strong diplomatic relations and friendship between India and Germany. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi also attended the event.

The Prime Minister and the German Chancellor visited a specially designed replica that showcases the architectural heritage of Ahmedabad's traditional Pols and Havelis.

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