Meet Kerala’s ‘adopted daughter’ who became an Indian citizen at 84
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Sunday, February 8, 2026
After over 50 years of living in Kerala and deeply immersing herself in its culture, 84-year-old Pepita Seth has officially become an Indian citizen. The UK-born woman, lovingly called the state's 'adopted daughter,' dedicated her life to documenting and sharing Kerala's traditions globally, earning a Padma Shri for her contributions.
