A folk artist dressed as the Hindu God Lord Shiva performs during the Maha Shivratri celebrations at a temple in Bangalore, India, 26 February 2025. The festival,known as the great night of Lord Shiva, is celebrated by offering special prayers, and fasting. According to Hindu belief, Shivratri celebrates the wedding day of Lord Shiva and Parvati. (Photo by Jagadeesh N.V./EPA)
