International Kite Day 2023: What is the history of kite flying, why was it flown?

As soon as Makar Sankranti comes, there is a fair of kites in the sky. There is a lot of enthusiasm about it all over India. But, do you know where the kite originated? In earlier times, was kite flying just a hobby or was there a reason behind it? Let's know..

International Kite Day is celebrated every year on 14 January. Although it is celebrated with great pomp in the whole country, but it has special importance in Gujarat, where it is also known as Uttarayan. In other parts of the country, it is known as Makar Sankranti. It is believed that International Kite Day started from India. However, every year other countries like America, Japan, China, Malaysia etc. also take part in it. Its special craze can be seen in Gujarat. On this day from morning people come to their roofs and fly big kites. On this day, the whole sky blossoms with colors. But, from where did kite flying start and why kites were flown..let us know.

history of kites

If we look at Indian history, then the game of kites was played only by kings and emperors. In those days, kite flying was done only by those people who were related to the royal families. However, later it became a hobby of the Nawabs as well. At that time this game was considered a symbol of royals and kings to show their power and might. But, over time it became so popular that common people also became a part of it and gradually the craze of kite flying spread to everyone. It is believed that the first International Kite Festival was celebrated in the year 1989. On this day many countries came and took part in it and also displayed new kites.

There is celebration on Makar Sankranti

On the day of Makar Sankranti, people express their happiness by flying kites. If seen scientifically, then the rays of sunlight falling on the body have special importance on this day. That's why kites are flown during the day. It is believed that all the diseases of the body are also removed by this.

(The information given here is based on religious beliefs and folk beliefs, there is no scientific evidence for it. It has been presented here keeping in mind the general public interest.)