Birds Cut Down By Kite Flying On Indian Independence Day

The annual tradition of flying kites over the Indian capital on Independence Day takes a painful toll on birds that fall victim to their razor-sharp strings.

Topics:  indian   independence day   birds   kite   flying   
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