According to the organisers, this concept pays tribute not only to the Maha Kumbh Mela but also to Bengali author Samaresh Basu's novel, Amrit Kumbher Shondhane. Several artists from Allahabad and Varanasi are performing live with the damru and tasha.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Kolkata today, where he is scheduled to attend several events, including inaugurating a Durga Puja pandal and visiting the Kalighat Temple, before commencing his two-day visit to Bihar on September 26-27.
This year, the Khudiram Colony Puja has caught attention with a bold and emotional theme, 'Extinction.' And the highlight? A towering 24-foot idol of Saalumarada Thimmakka, the 112-year-old environmentalist from Karnataka, who is known worldwide for planting thousands of banyan trees.
Sajal Ghosh, General Secretary of the Santosh Mitra Square Durga Puja Committee and BJP Councillor, explained the vision behind the theme, stating that the idea was to awaken a sense of "patriotism in people's hearts."
CM Banerjee also expressed her desire for more women in the police force, recalled past efforts to address waterlogging in the area, and urged people to ignore negativity.
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 25: Nayara Energy, a new-age downstream company of international scale, has entered a partnership with The Akshaya Patra Foundation, a globally recognised social impact organisation and an implementing partner of the Government of India's flagship PM
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 25: Durga Puja is not a festival in Bengal but an emotion, a celebration of community, and a showcase of personal style. This year, Style Baazar, a brand of BSRL, transforms every corner of the city into a runway with its much-awaited Showstopper Coll
The theme "Drishtikon," conceptualised by renowned artist Biman Saha, delves deep into the symbolism of colour beyond its visual appeal. It is portrayed as a profound language of self-expression that narrates stories through every shade.
In a social media post on X, Chief Minister Sarma conveyed that the funds have already been disbursed to the respective District Commissioners for onward distribution.
Sharing a video, the Prime Minister posted on X, "The third day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Mother Chandraghanta, the symbol of peace, courage, and fearlessness."
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday said that loudspeakers at Ramlila, Durga Puja, and other cultural-religious events in the national capital can now be used until midnight.