Elders of the Ramnami community of Chhattisgarh perform at a Durga Puja pandal themed “Jahate Mono Romi,” showcasing a nearly 150-year-old tradition of tattooing the name of Lord Ram on their bodies as a symbol of faith and devotion. Historically denied entry to temples because of caste-based discrimination, members of the community treat their bodies as living temples in Kolkata, India, on October 17, 2026.
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