Year Ender 2025: India from Above In Pictures; Maha Kumbh Mela to Nitish Kumar Oath Ceremony

A breathtaking aerial view captures India’s vast urban sprawl and changing skylines in 2025. Aerial view of sprawling cityscapes and landscapes captured by drones across Bengaluru.

Millions seen from above, as drone shots reveal the sheer scale of religious gatherings and festivals. Mesmerising drone light shows at Mysuru Dasara 2025, painting the night with coordinated aerial formations.

This image shows the impact of extreme weather on cities, rivers and coastlines. Drone footage capturing the scale of chilly winters due to major weather events.

Skies come alive, with drone visuals showcasing illuminated monuments and mega events. Birds-eye view of the Maha Kumbh Mela crowds at Triveni Sangam — a testament to India’s cultural vibrancy.

India’s contrasts from the air — dense cities, winding highways and quiet rural landscapes in a single frame. Aerial images showing changes in agricultural and eco-zones, highlighting both human activity and natural beauty.

A bird eye view of NDA supporters gathered during oath taking ceremony of NDA government at Gandhi Maidan on November 20, 2025 in Patna. JDU Chief Nitish Kumar took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Apart from Nitish Kumar taking oath as chief minister, 26 others were sworn in to be part of the new NDA-led Bihar cabinet. The historic ceremony was attended by PM Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Ministers and other NDA leaders.

In an aerial view, mourners gather to pay their final respects as the mortal remains of singer Zubeen Garg are kept at the funeral venue in Sonapur, India, on September 23, 2025. Zubeen Garg (1972-2025) is a legendary Indian singer, composer, actor, and cultural icon from Assam, best known for his versatile voice and contributions to Assamese and Indian music. He died on September 19, 2025, in Singapore.