Editorial photo #13147341 Human Interest

42nd Cochin Carnival Rally At Fort Kochi

A man dressed to look like the Hindu God Shiva participates during the 42nd Cochin Carnival in Fort Kochi, India, on January 1, 2026. The Carnival is held annually to welcome the start of the New Year. (Photo by Sivaram Venkitasubramanian/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13147341
Date taken: 1 January 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Sivaram Venkitasubramanian/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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Hindu God Shiva Cochin Carnival Fort Kochi India January 1 2026 New Year annual event celebration festival cultural event traditional attire parade festivities Kerala South India costume religious representation community gathering holiday festivity New Year celebration cultural heritage local tradition tourism public event artistic expression Indian culture festive atmosphere carnival participant photography NurPhoto Sivaram Venkitasubramanian event photography.