India, April 6 -- At 85, he crafts a colourful crepe paper world

By S. Kenneth Shishir

When many choose to lead a quiet life after retirement, an 85-year-old senior citizen in Mysuru spends his days crafting beautiful artefacts from discarded coconut and wood apple shells, while decorating his home with flowers that only appear real.

In fact, these are carefully hand-crafted blooms made from imported crepe paper in vibrant colours that closely mimic nature's beauty.

Coconut shell art and paper-flower craft continue to thrive in Mysuru, blending traditional craftsmanship with sustainable practices.

K.S. Srikantu engrossed in creating an artwork by using a saw to give shape to coconut shells at his house.

The multi-talented senior cit...