15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Flames of devotion
Indian Hindu devotees are showing their faith in a ritual called "Dhuno Pora" being performed during Sitala Puja in Kolkata. The worship of Shitala is conducted by both Brahmins and low caste pujaris. She is primarily worshipped in the dry seasons of winter and spring.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 04.2017 |
| Date Uploaded: | 08.2017 |
| Photo Location: | Kolkata, India |
| Camera: | NIKON D750 |
| Copyright: | © Sudipta Dutta Chowdhury |