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Kites reflect changing political dynamics in Raj
The Morning Standard
|January 15, 2024
MAKAR Sankranti, a festival linked to flying kites during celebrations, witnessed a shift in the political dynamics that reflected in the colorful skies of Jaipur.
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Contrary to the dominance of seasoned politicians like former CM Ashok Gehlot, Sachin Pilot, and Vasundhara Raje who led the BJP in last two decades, the spotlight this year is on the new Chief Minister, Bhajan Lal Sharma and his two deputy Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa.
Debutant MLA turned CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, emerging as the rising star in the kite world, has taken the center stage in Jaipur's political kite market during Makar Sankranti this year. The Jaipur market, a major hub for kite flying, has seen a surge in kites featuring the new CM, showcasing the evolving political landscape.
This story is from the January 15, 2024 edition of The Morning Standard.
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