In Photos: Flying kites to new heights as Mumbai celebrates Makar Sankranti

Updated On: 14 January, 2023 08:51 PM IST |

Along with whole India, Mumbaikars are also celebrating the auspicious Maka Sankranti. Apart from all the rituals and celebration, flying Kites during Makar Sankranti occupies a major part of the festival. Mid-day`s Ashish Raje captures moments of commoners fly kites amid Makar Sankranti celebration in Mumbai. (All Pictures credit: Ashish Raje/Mid-day)

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Along with whole India, Mumbaikars are also celebrating the auspicious Maka Sankranti. Apart from all the rituals and celebration, flying Kites during Makar Sankranti occupies a major part of the festival. Mid-day`s Ashish Raje captures moments of commoners fly kites amid Makar Sankranti celebration in Mumbai. (All Pictures credit: Ashish Raje/Mid-day)

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Like every year, different areas of Mumbai witnessed people from different age groups flying kites in the city marking the major celebration of Makar Sankranti.

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Excited youths flying kites at PJ Hindu Gymkhana ground on Makar sankranti.

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A child makes attempt to fly the kite in Mumbai amid Makar Sankranti celebrations.

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Children in Mumbai playing and flying kites altogether.

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People buying Kites at Prathnasamj in Girgaum on Makar sankranti.

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