Delhi celebrates spirit of fatherhood with warmth

Delhi turned into a hub of heartfelt celebrations this Sunday as families across the capital came together to honour the fathers in their lives. From gifting cakes and flowers to indulging in luxurious meals, cultural visits and sports activities, Father’s Day in the city was marked with warmth, gratitude and joyful bonding.

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The festive buzz was evident early on as bakeries across Delhi fulfilled a flood of special Father’s Day cake orders—many of which sold out by afternoon. Florists also saw an overwhelming rush, with major delivery apps running out of stock as last-minute shoppers sought fresh bouquets for their dads. Notably, this year saw a beautiful shift in sentiment, as many young people chose to gift flowers to their fathers—challenging traditional norms and embracing emotional expression.

Dining establishments were quick to embrace the spirit of the day. Fortune Park in East Delhi introduced a 1+1 brunch and dinner offer at Rs 2,299 for two, drawing in families looking for a special outing. Upscale venues like Shangri-La Eros New Delhi offered an array of curated experiences: Sorrento’s elegant Italian à la carte lunch, Tamra’s lavish buffet featuring sushi, Indian street food, grilled meats and beer buckets, and Shang Palace’s Golden Chopsticks set menu of dim sums and wok-tossed delicacies. At Grappa, all fathers were treated to a complimentary signature cocktail.

Hyatt Regency in Delhi invited families to embark on a global culinary journey at its renowned restaurants such as The China Kitchen and La Piazza. The celebratory brunches featured a diverse spread from Chinese and Italian to Levantine and Indian cuisines, complete with live cooking stations, upbeat music and special welcome drinks for fathers.

Beyond food, many families took the cultural route to celebrate, visiting art institutions like the National Gallery of Modern Art, Lokayata Art Gallery in Hauz Khas, DAG in Connaught Place and the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art in Saket. These outings offered a quieter, more reflective way to bond, rooted in shared appreciation for art and history.

For others, the day was an opportunity to connect through physical activity. Whether playing sports together, joining a local club, watching a sports biopic or participating in a community marathon, many chose to strengthen bonds with their fathers through shared movement and time outdoors.

The tributes weren’t limited to the public. Leaders across Delhi also shared their appreciation on social media. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta posted a moving message dedicated to her father, expressing deep gratitude for his values, guidance and unconditional support. She called him the foundation of her strength and credited his blessings for shaping her life of service. “A father is not just a relationship, but the foundation of life’s values,” she wrote, resonating the feelings of thousands across the city.

Cabinet Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa also took to X to share a spiritual tribute, quoting the powerful words of Dashmesh Pitah, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji: “In putran ke sees par vaar diye sut chaar, chaar muye to kya hua, jeevit kayi hazaar.” Sirsa honoured Guru Gobind Singh Ji as his eternal source of inspiration and fatherly ideal, symbolising supreme courage, sacrifice and commitment to righteousness. His tribute brought a historical and spiritual depth to the day’s celebrations, reminding people that fatherhood is rooted in strength, sacrifice and selfless duty.

This Father’s Day, Delhi celebrated not just the role of fathers, but the enduring spirit of fatherhood. Whether through a sweet surprise, a meaningful message, a shared meal or quiet time together, the city stood united in expressing love and gratitude for the men who’ve supported, guided and stood by their families through every season of life.