One costume at a time: Selim 'Jokarwala,' city's Santa spreads joy amid struggle
Millennium Post Kolkata|Kolkata 22December2024
For 12 to 13 hours a day, he transforms into Santa or other beloved characters like Mickey Mouse, Chhota Bheem and Charlie Chaplin to entertain people
TIRTHANKAR DAS

KOLKATA: As Christmas lights up the city with festive cheer, one man tirelessly works to bring smiles to countless faces—Selim Ahmed, fondly known as "Selim Jokarwala."

For 26 years, Selim has been donning the red-and-white costume of Santa Claus, spreading happiness even as he battles hardships of his own.

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