Culture
Stories of the Pujoপুজোর গল্প
Short, sourced reads. Facts are cited; our own views are clearly marked as editorial.
Heritage
A festival the world recognises
বিশ্বের উৎসব
In 2021 UNESCO inscribed Durga Puja in Kolkata on its list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
History
From barowari to sarbojanin
বারোয়ারি থেকে সার্বজনীন
How Durga Puja moved from the courtyards of wealthy families to puja committees open to everyone.
Artisans
Kumartuli, where the goddess takes shape
কুমোরটুলি
The potters' quarter on the Hooghly that makes idols for Kolkata and beyond.
Heritage homes
The bonedi bari pujas
বনেদি বাড়ির পুজো
Old family pujas held in thakurdalans that are centuries old. Visit with respect.
Rituals
Shashthi to Dashami: the five days, explained
ষষ্ঠী থেকে দশমী
What happens on each of the main days, so you know what you're seeing.