Television channels, newspapers and social media were full of images/pictures of two very important leaders — Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz flying kites together in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. But I actually think that the kite is the perfect symbol to illustrate where Germany’s partnership with India is going. Chancellor Merz had a conversation with young Indians who were about to move to Germany. The chat that Chancellor Merz had with that young lady epitomises what I admire so much about Indians. In the same sense, I believe that the diplomatic anniversary between Germany and India will set them up for future success.

Source: The Hindu January 18, 2026 19:30 UTC