Kolkata’s Chinese community kicks off celebrations for the Year of the Horse, in Tangra

Chinese New Year starts from February 17

My Kolkata Web Desk

Published 17.02.26, 02:11 PM

The Chinese community of Kolkata started celebrations for the Chinese New Year at midnight in Tangra. From dragon and lion dance to fireworks, people from every age group joined in the celebration for the Year of the Horse. This year is supposed to bring luck, energy, and good fortune according to the Chinese horoscope.

The Chinese community of Kolkata started their New Year celebrations from midnight on Monday

Photos: Amit Datta and Soumyajit Dey

Revellers in dragon costumes on the streets of Tangra

The young generation lead the celebrations with traditional Chinese drums

Celebrations on February 17 began with a lion dance

From selfies to community traditions, Chinese New Year celebrations ring through Tangra

Kolkata’s Chinese community kicks off celebrations for the Year of the Horse, in Tangra

Chinese New Year starts from February 17

How Kolkata’s Chinese community, across generations, celebrates Chinese New Year

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