Editorial photo #13554676 Religion and Belief

India Religion Charak Festival

Indian devotees beg for alms while holding a human skull in Siliguri, India, on April 10, 2026, ahead of the 'Charak' ritual observed on the last day of the Bengali calendar year. Hindu devotees offer various symbolic sacrifices in the hope of gaining Shiva's favor to mark the advent of the Bengali New Year, which falls on April 14. (Photo by Diptendu Dutta/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13554676
Date taken: 10 April 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Diptendu Dutta/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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