Bangladesh, 13/04/2023, As the month of Chaitra, the last in the Bangla year draws to an end, the Hindu community comes together in a festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The program is locally known as “Lal Kach” (red glass). The central idea behind this program is for a group of soldiers led by Shiva to appear on earth with a mission: ward off the forces of evil. These soldiers, glowing in the divine light of Shiva, march toward nearby temples. It is all part of a very long tradition going back hundreds of years. The Hindus, especially the young, paint themselves in r

Bangladesh, 13/04/2023, As the month of Chaitra, the last in the Bangla year draws to an end, the Hindu community comes together in a festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The program is locally known as “Lal Kach” (red glass). The central idea behind this program is for a group of soldiers led by Shiva to appear on earth with a mission: ward off the forces of evil. These soldiers, glowing in the divine light of Shiva, march toward nearby temples. It is all part of a very long tradition going back hundreds of years. The Hindus, especially the young, paint themselves in r Stock Photo

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As the month of Chaitra, the last in the Bangla year draws to an end, the Hindu community comes together in a festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The program is locally known as “Lal Kach” (red glass). The central idea behind this program is for a group of soldiers led by Shiva to appear on earth with a mission: ward off the forces of evil. These soldiers, glowing in the divine light of Shiva, march toward nearby temples. It is all part of a very long tradition going back hundreds of years. The Hindus, especially the young, paint themselves in red, take up swords, bring out processions, and dance. (Photo by Rayhan Ahmed/Pacific Press)

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