The vibrant kite festival is currently enchanting visitors at the Ahmedabad riverfront, featuring stalls showcasing a variety of kites and items from Gujarat. Kite enthusiasts from other states have also set up stalls, displaying a unique collection. This remarkable collection of over 300 vintage kites.
Notably, the collection includes a kite dating back to 1899, making it an impressive 124-year-old showcase. This vintage kite was curated by the late BP Srivastava hailing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Continuing his legacy, Srivastava’s children have preserved and displayed the kites, implementing special measures to protect them from moisture and termites.