Belur Math, the global headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission, stands as an epitome of spiritual tranquility and devotion. Established by Swami Vivekananda, this revered institution in Howrah, near Kolkata, transforms into a hub of divine energy during Durga Puja. Unlike the grandiose and often ostentatious celebrations seen across Kolkata, the Durga Puja at […]
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Kolkata, the City of Joy, comes alive every year during Durga Puja, with its streets, parks, and neighborhoods transformed into grand stages of artistic expression and cultural celebration. Among the numerous pujas that grace the city, the Azad Hind Bag (Hedua Park Durga Puja) stands out as a symbol of tradition, community spirit, and innovation. […]
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Naihati Ekta Sangha Kali Puja is a big annual festival which takes place in Naihati on the evening of Durga puja. During this special day, this place turns up a lot of people for performing all important rituals to enjoy the festival and to meet with their friends and family members. From last 15 years […]
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There are many popular Kali Puja pandals in Naihati and Naihati Agragami Sangha Kali Puja is one of them. Theme based pandal and idol are shown here. There are different themes chosen by this Puja committee in every year at the time of Kali Puja (Diwali in West Bengal). People enjoy visiting various pandals during […]
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College Street is located in the central part of the city of Kolkata and Adi Barowari Kali Puja is known to be one of the oldest kali pujas (a festival celebrating Goddess Kali) that takes place here. This particular puja has become one that’s unavoidable during the time of its celebration.Adi Barwari Kali Puja was […]
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It is said that without change there can be no progress. Still, you might be surprised with how some popular traditions remain unchanged in India. For example, take the North Kolkata’s famous “Fata Keshtor Kali Puja.” You could even say it has remained the same since 1957—the Kali Puja started by a Congress strongman then. […]
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