New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- Addressing the gathering at the third International Kite Festival Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that the festival offers an opportunity to reconnect with India's rich culture and traditions.

''While the kite festival may be new to Delhi in its present form, flying kites has long been an integral part of every Delhiite's childhood memories,'' she saidShe noted that flying kites in lanes, homes, and on rooftops has been a cherished tradition, and the festival helps revive those fond memories.

Gupta further stated that the kite string carries an important life lesson while moving ahead, one must never let go of values, traditions, and responsibility towards the nation.

She added that India is steadily progressi...