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Kolkata Durga Puja cultural companion: fact-checked pandal histories, 5-line Metro map overlay, Panchang countdown, and 3-category Puja Radio.

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Kolkata Pandal Map & 5 Metro Lines

Toggle the Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow, or Orange Metro lines to see which pujas are within walking distance of each station.

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Kolkata Durga Puja Directory

Fact-checked histories, 2026 themes, best visiting times, and exact station walking distances.

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North Kolkata
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Bagbazar Sarbojanin Durgotsav

বাগবাজার সর্বজনীন দুর্গোৎসব • Est. 1919

2026 Theme

"Heritage Traditions of Bengal & Classical Ekchala Pratima"

Founded in 1919 near the Hooghly banks, Bagbazar Sarbojanin is legendary for pioneering community Durga Puja in Kolkata. It remains steadfastly devoted to the traditional Ekchala idol structure and classical Bengali rituals.

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Shyambazar(Blue Line)
8 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin

কুমারটুলি পার্ক সর্বজনীন • Est. 1993

2026 Theme

"Earthy Crafts & Sculptural Reverence for Clay Artisans"

Located adjacent to the world-famous potters quarter of Kolkata, Kumartuli Park blends cutting-edge visual art with deep reverence for clay sculpting traditions.

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Sovabazar Sutanuti(Blue Line)
6 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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Kashi Bose Lane Durgotsav

কাশী বোস লেন দুর্গোৎসব • Est. 1937

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"Handicrafts of Rural Bengal & Social Consciousness"

Kashi Bose Lane in Maniktala is renowned for transformational handicraft installations that convert narrow heritage alleys into living museums.

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Girish Park(Blue Line)
11 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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College Square Sarbojanin

কলেজ স্কোয়ার সর্বজনীন • Est. 1948

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"Reflections over Water: Architectural Replicas in Gold Light"

Famous worldwide for its breathtaking illumination that reflects across a central lake, College Square is a cherished landmark situated in Kolkata’s academic heartland.

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Mahatma Gandhi Road(Blue Line)
6 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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Santosh Mitra Square

সন্তোষ মিত্র স্কোয়ার • Est. 1936

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"Monumental Replica Architecture & High-Tech Projection Mapping"

Renowned for its sheer scale, Santosh Mitra Square draws millions of visitors annually with monumental replicas of global monuments and intricate gold artwork.

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Central(Blue Line)
5 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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Tala Prattoy

তালা প্রত্যয় • Est. 1921

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"Installation Art & Spatial Architecture ("Ritualistic Canvas")"

Tala Prattoy has established itself as an open-air fine arts museum during Durga Puja, featuring installations by internationally acclaimed contemporary artists.

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Shyambazar(Blue Line)
11 mins walk
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North Kolkata
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Shobhabazar Rajbari

শোভাবাজার রাজবাড়ী • Est. 1757

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"Aristocratic Bonedi Bari Heritage & Historic Natmandap Rituals"

Founded by Raja Nabakrishna Deb in 1757, this is one of Kolkata’s most historic ancestral palace pujas, celebrated in a grand open court (Natmandap).

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Sovabazar Sutanuti(Blue Line)
3 mins walk
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Central Kolkata
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Maddox Square (Ballygunge-Central)

ম্যাডক্স স্কোয়ার • Est. 1935

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"Open Park Adda, Traditional Pavilion & Festive Reunion"

Maddox Square is world-famous as the ultimate carnival & "adda" hub of Kolkata Durga Puja, where generations gather under the open sky.

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Netaji Bhavan(Blue Line)
10 mins walk
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Central Kolkata
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Muhammad Ali Park

মুহাম্মদালী পার্ক • Est. 1969

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"Heritage Palace Replicas & Classic Illuminations"

Situated along Central Avenue, Muhammad Ali Park is iconic for constructing soaring replica temples and historic palatial architecture.

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Central(Blue Line)
4 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Naktala Udayan Sangha

নাকতলা উদয়ন সংঘ • Est. 1950

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"Avant-Garde Conceptual Art & Philosophical Installations"

A titan of South Kolkata theme pujas, Naktala Udayan Sangha creates groundbreaking conceptual installations that redefine festival art.

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Masterda Surya Sen(Blue Line)
4 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Tridhara Sammilani

ত্রিধারা সম্মিলনী • Est. 1947

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"Fusion Fine Art & Traditional Sculptural Harmony"

Located at the Rashbehari-Manohar Pukur junction, Tridhara Sammilani blends intricate sculpture with thought-provoking cultural themes.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
7 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Badamtala Ashar Sangha

বাদামতলা আষাঢ় সংঘ • Est. 1939

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"Experimental Craft & Urban Heritage Architecture"

Badamtala Ashar Sangha near Kalighat is famous for introducing innovative theme concepts to Kalighat neighborhood pujas.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
4 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Ekdalia Evergreen Club

একডালিয়া এভারগ্রীন ক্লাব • Est. 1943

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"South Indian Temple Replicas & Classical Chandannagar Chandeliers"

A pillar of South Kolkata puja circuit, Ekdalia Evergreen is famous for recreating famous Indian stone temples and hanging grand crystal chandeliers.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
15 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Deshapriya Park Durgotsav

দেশপ্রিয় পার্ক দুর্গোৎসব • Est. 1938

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"Spectacular Scale & Immersive Conceptual Environments"

Located in Rashbehari, Deshapriya Park is famous for massive record-setting scale installations that dominate South Kolkata headlines.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
7 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Suruchi Sangha

সুরুচি সংঘ • Est. 1954

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"State Cultural Tributes & Folk Artisan Masterpieces"

Located in New Alipore, Suruchi Sangha is celebrated for selecting a different Indian state or global community theme every year.

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Majerhat(Purple Line)
10 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Mudiali Club

মুদিয়ালী ক্লাব • Est. 1935

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"Exquisite Shola Work, Traditional Motifs & Eco-Conscious Elegance"

Mudiali Club in Southern Avenue is loved for its refined aesthetic, delicate shola (pith) decorations, and soothing environmental lighting.

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Rabindra Sarobar(Blue Line)
5 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Chetla Agrani Club

চেতলা অগ্রণী ক্লাব • Est. 1959

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"Immersive Fine Art Sculptures & Environmental Philosophies"

Under the artistic direction of acclaimed sculptors, Chetla Agrani creates deep, thought-provoking fine art installations that captivate design enthusiasts.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
9 mins walk
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South Kolkata
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Singhi Park Durga Puja

সিংঘী পার্ক দুর্গোৎসব • Est. 1941

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"Classic Temple Replicas & Grand Heritage Illumination"

Located in Ballygunge, Singhi Park has maintained traditional idol sculpture combined with awe-inspiring temple facade replicas for over 80 years.

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Kalighat(Blue Line)
14 mins walk
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Salt Lake-New Town Kolkata
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Sreebhumi Sporting Club

শ্রীভূমি স্পোর্টিং ক্লাব • Est. 1973

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"Blockbuster World Landmark Replicas & Gold Filigree Idol"

Located on VIP Road near Salt Lake, Sreebhumi Sporting Club draws millions with its staggering replicas of global architectural marvels adorned with real gold and diamond jewelry.

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Bengal Chemical(Green Line)
27 mins walk
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Salt Lake-New Town Kolkata
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Salt Lake FD Block Durgotsav

সল্টলেক এফডি ব্লক দুর্গোৎসব • Est. 1984

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"Fantasy Architecture & Interactive Storytelling Pandals"

FD Block in Salt Lake is famous for imaginative conceptual themes, from prehistoric Jurassic valleys to mythical floating palaces.

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City Centre(Green Line)
7 mins walk
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Howrah Kolkata
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Howrah Shibpur Sarbojanin

হাওড়া শিবপুর সর্বজনীন • Est. 1928

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"Heritage Riverfront Traditions & Colonial Howrah Lore"

Located near the historic Shibpur Botanical Garden belt, this is Howrah’s premier heritage puja, accessible via the underwater Green Line Metro.

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Howrah Maidan(Green Line)
22 mins walk
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