Shanku and the Streeties

by Remya Krishnan

Ever met a pack of street dogs that broke the glass ceiling?
Shanku and his friends rule the streets of a dreamy, laidback little patch of a region called Poonithura, an area part of the larger town of Thripunithura, in Kochi, Kerala. Thripunithura is known for its vibrant temple festivals and traditional cultural events.
Believing that the temple elephants attract the attention and awe of the humans of Poonithura due to their shiny festival armour, Shanku and his friends want a share of that glory. But how can they pull it off?