The theme for Shyampukur Sanghatirtha Durga Puja this year is ‘Protha’ (tradition). Made up of eco-friendly materials like bamboos, straw, mats, hand-painted earthen pots, the theme is nicely portrayed through the props installed at the pandal. The side panels sport bright and colourful village life in Bengal painted by hands
Amit Datta
The Behala 11 Palli Puja pandal this year pays tribute to the unsung heroes of the theatre industry with its theme ‘Nepothye’, make-up and artistry unite. The pandal celebrates artisans behind the stage. From the unseen magicians controlling the lights to the make-up maestros crafting characters, every detail honours creativity. Don’t miss the replica of a theatre tea stall, the lifeline for aspiring artists, or the ticket counter
Sannidh Raychaudhuri
The Bhowanipur 75 Palli Durga Puja pandal in the lane adjacent to Netaji Bhavan Metro station should be your destination if you are fond of dry fruits. The puja in its 59th year has decided to hold on to its faith in ‘sabekiyana’ by decorating its pandal cashew, almonds, raisins and an array of mountain fruits
Official Press Release
The theme for the Friends Union Durga Puja pandal, in its 52nd year, near Bagbazar Bata showroom this year is ‘Digbaji’ (Somersault). The club is proud to stick to its traditions even as the world goes topsy turvy. In its attempt to portray that, the puja has taken pieces of furniture, even a refrigerator, suspending from its ceiling. One if the side panels has an exquisite wheel kind of structure made of pieces of bamboo
Ashim Paul
A replica of the Kedarnath temple of Uttarakhand will come alive at the Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja on Chittaranjan Avenue in its 55th year. Devotees are always eager to have a ‘darshan’ of Baba Kedarnath but only a lucky few can make it finally. So the Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park have decided to lend that opportunity to people this time. The side panels and the ceiling of the pandal have been crafted so beautifully so as to transport devotees to the revered shrine right in the heart of Kolkata
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