CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Araku Valley of Andhra Pradesh is hosting the first edition of its Hot Air Balloon Festival. The Hot Air Balloon Festival is organised by SkyWaltz and supported by Andhra Pradesh tourism. The festival will feature unique balloons from 13 countries.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Forest Minister of Madhya Pradesh recently launched the first hot air balloon safari of India in the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve of India in MP. There are several hot air balloon rides in the country.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta is an annual four-day event held between January and February at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga. It is one of the longest-running aviation sports events in the Philippines.

Detailed explanation-4: -Residents and visitors at Varanasi were excited to experience what it feels like to get a bird’s eye view of the city, known as the spiritual capital of India. Organised as part of the Balloon and Boat Festival in Kashi, between January 17 to January 20, the celebration appealed to the adventurous spirit of people.

Detailed explanation-5: -Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Where: Albuquerque, N.M. Featuring more than 500 balloons, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world’s premier ballooning event.