Howrah Shibpur Sarbojanin
হাওড়া শিবপুর সর্বজনীন • Est. 1928 (98 years of history)
Cross-checked with Howrah Municipal Corporation heritage registers.
"Heritage Riverfront Traditions & Colonial Howrah Lore"
Shibpur Bazar Road, Near Nabanna & Botanical Gardens, Howrah
Evening stroll after crossing the underwater Green Line Metro tunnel.
Howrah Maidan (Green Line) • 22 mins walk
Fact-Checked History & Historical Highlights
One of the oldest organized community pujas on the western bank of the Hooghly River.
Seamlessly connected to Kolkata mainland via the underwater Green Line Metro corridor.
Cultural Significance & Deep History
Founded in 1928, Shibpur Sarbojanin represents the proud festival heritage of Howrah. Situated across the Hooghly River, it offers visitors a glimpse into classic riverfront celebrations, traditional dhak rituals, and historic community solidarity.
How to Reach by Kolkata Metro & Walking Directions
Howrah Maidan Metro Station
Green Line • Approx. 1800 meters away
Howrah Station Metro Station
Green Line • Approx. 2100 meters away
Metro night services during Puja days (Saptami, Ashtami, Navami) frequently run up to 4:00 AM. Please verify real-time station fares and night-train frequencies directly with Metro Railway, Kolkata.