In Pics: PM Modi, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, inaugurated International Kite Festival-2026

After offering tributes at the historic ashram, the two leaders proceeded to the Sabarmati Riverfront to inaugurate the International Kite Festival.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad as he kicked off his maiden two-day visit to India.

Both leaders were also seen flying kites together, drawing attention from onlookers at the riverfront.

Visuals from the event showed Prime Minister Modi and Chancellor Merz interacting with participants and soaking in the festive atmosphere.

The leaders visited the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on Monday morning, where they paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi.

The leaders' participation in the festival marked a key moment during Chancellor Merz's first official visit to India.