Members of the Chinese community performed the dragon dance during celebrations to mark the Lunar New Year in Kolkata.
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IMAGE: Children dressed in costumes hold a dragon effigy.
IMAGE: Children exit a Chinese temple after offering prayers.
IMAGE: Children dressed in costumes prepare to perform the dragon dance.
IMAGE: Members of the Chinese community watch the dragon dance performance and take photos.
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