The Indian Roller is a wondrous creature whose beauty has always mesmerised me. It is the symbol of several states in India. During my early morning safari at Rajaji National Park in Uttarakhand, we saw many interesting birds, and we also came across this beautiful Indian Roller sitting in a bush. I was enjoying photographing this amazing bird but I was hoping it would fly away as it looks more beautiful with its wings spread wide. I had to wait for a very long time and almost gave up. We were about to leave when we heard another Jeep coming. I thought to myself, ‘this bird might take off, hearing the car’. Without wasting time I focussed on the bird and soon I saw a flash of blue as it took flight, spreading its wings. The bird’s colourful wings had multiple shades of blue that glowed in the sun. It was a sight I will always remember and one I am happy to have captured on my camera.