Hyderabad's Parade Grounds will host the 7th International Kite Festival from January 13th to 15th, coinciding with Sankranti. Fifty international and sixty local kite flyers will participate, showcasing their skills. A sweets festival will also run concurrently, featuring 1100 national and international treats. Organizers anticipate 1.5 million attendees over the three-day event with free entry.