A view of participants in Shanti Kunj at Mardi Gras, 1983

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Cultural Events , Student Activities

In this photograph, a board saying “Wanna T things straight” and “Have a squint” is seen in the foreground. This board seems to be tied from a height to ensure that it does not fall over and remains visible across Shanti Kunj. A large number of participants is seen in the photograph, taking part is various events which could be Fine Arts events as traditionally those events were held at Shanti Kunj.

Apart from students, bicycles are also seen in the photograph, perhaps belonging to the participants. Another board “Binny: Polyester Blended Shirting” is visible within the photograph, towards the back.

Mardi Gras, now known as Saarang, was a cultural festival occurring annually for 5 days with dance, music, quiz, debate, sketching, photography, drama, and other competitions. Mardi Gras 1983 took place from 26 to 30 January 1983. From the name that this album was given, this album appears to comprise images from day 2 of Mardi Gras ‘83, meaning that this photograph was probably taken on 27 January 1983.

Collection:

N S Vinodh Collection

Album Name:

Mardi Gras '83 (II)

Photograph ID:

001/0418/0018

Album ID:

0418

Event:

Mardi Gras '83

Photographer:

N. S. Vinodh. After completing an early education in Bangalore, N. S. Vinodh obtained his B. Tech. in Civil Engineering from IIT Madras in 1986. Being the secretary of the Photography Club at IIT Madras during his third year, he was an avid photography enthusiast. He then went on to complete his MBA from IIM, Lucknow, and later spent his career holding senior positions in the field of corporate real estate with leading multinational financial services companies. He continued to pursue his hobby of photography, integrating it with his love of travel and wildlife.

Place:

Shanti Kunj