Ambala's Pappu Patang Wale: 50 Years of Kites Soaring High for Makar Sankranti

• Pappu Patang Wale, a 50-year-old kite shop in Kacha Bazaar, Ambala Cantonment, is a local legend for Makar Sankranti.
• The shop, now run by second-generation owner Varun, sells kites ranging from 2 rupees to 300 rupees, including special designs for Lord Laddoo Gopal Ji.
• Kites from finger-sized to 7 feet are available, along with indigenous manjha (kite string) from Ahmedabad and Bareilly; Chinese manjha is not sold.
• This year's popular designs include bird, star, rose shapes, and eagle designs, with high demand for kites featuring PM Narendra Modi and Rohit Sharma.
• White kites, symbolizing peace and purity, are also in significant demand for the festival.

Why It Matters: Pappu Patang Wale in Ambala continues its 50-year legacy, offering diverse kites and indigenous manjha for Makar Sankranti.