As Durga Puja marks the beginning of the best time of the year that commences the festival season and holiday season, we are reminded how massive the celebrations are in some cities of India, especially in Kolkata. The festival celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the evil Mahisasur; representing the triumph of good over evil.

The festival is also celebrated quite vibrantly in Delhi, so much so to make&nbsp;certain places almost appear like being a part of Kolkata. Well, that is the beauty of India: we love a good celebration. Dressing up, meet and greet, lots of food, and so much more.&nbsp;

Here are some of the places in Delhi best for pandal hopping to celebrate Durga Puja.&nbsp; 
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1. Kashmiri Gate: Oldest in the city since 1910, known for traditional decoration&nbsp;and Daaker Saaj idols.&nbsp;

2. Kalibari, Mayur Vihar-1: Famous for excellent 'bhog' (prasad) and annual theme pujas.&nbsp;

3. Matri Mandir Samity, Safdarjung Enclave: Celebrating its 53rd year, known for traditional execution.&nbsp;

4. Chittaranjan Park Kalibari: Popular, celebrity-attended puja with themed decorations and delicious bhog.&nbsp;

5. Minto Road Puja Samity: Hosting since 1940, focuses on tradition and cultural programs.&nbsp;

6. Timarpur and Civil Line Puja Samity: Over 100 years old (est. 1914), known for artistic idols and traditional practices.&nbsp;

7. Arambagh Durga Puja Samity: Known for big-budget, exquisite themed pandals.&nbsp;

8. Mela Ground, CR Park: Emphasises traditional celebrations with dhakis and conch shells.&nbsp;

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9. Antaranga Durga Puja, Mayur Vihar: Organised by an NGO since 1993, focuses on Eastern Indian culture.&nbsp;

10. Sushant Lok, Gurugram: Popular for community participation and celebrity cultural programmes.&nbsp;

11. Co-operative Ground Durga Puja Samity, CR Park: Known for artistic pandals and idols, features a Bijoli Grill stall.&nbsp;

12. Milani Puja Committee, Mayur Vihar-1: Organises theme-based pujas while maintaining Bengali heritage.&nbsp;

As Durga Puja marks the beginning of the best time of the year that commences the festival season and holiday season, we are reminded how massive the celebrations are in some cities of India, especially in Kolkata.

As Durga Puja marks the beginning of the best time of the year that commences the festival season and holiday season, we are reminded how massive the celebrations are in some cities of India, especially in Kolkata. The festival celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the evil Mahisasur; representing the triumph of good over evil. The festival is also celebrated quite vibrantly in Delhi, so much so to make certain places almost appear like being a part of Kolkata. Well, that is the beauty of India: we love a good celebration. Dressing up, meet and greet, lots of food, and so much more. Here are some of the places in Delhi best for pandal hopping to celebrate Durga Puja. 1. Kashmiri Gate: Oldest in the city since 1910, known for traditional decoration and Daaker Saaj idols. 2. Kalibari, Mayur Vihar-1: Famous for excellent 'bhog' (prasad) and annual theme pujas. 3. Matri Mandir Samity, Safdarjung Enclave: Celebrating its 53rd year, known for traditional execution. 4. Chittaranjan Park Kalibari: Popular, celebrity-attended puja with themed decorations and delicious bhog. 5. Minto Road Puja Samity: Hosting since 1940, focuses on tradition and cultural programs. 6. Timarpur and Civil Line Puja Samity: Over 100 years old (est. 1914), known for artistic idols and traditional practices. 7. Arambagh Durga Puja Samity: Known for big-budget, exquisite themed pandals. 8. Mela Ground, CR Park: Emphasises traditional celebrations with dhakis and conch shells. Also read: US TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg dies at 25; husband shares heartfelt tribute 9. Antaranga Durga Puja, Mayur Vihar: Organised by an NGO since 1993, focuses on Eastern Indian culture. 10. Sushant Lok, Gurugram: Popular for community participation and celebrity cultural programmes. 11. Co-operative Ground Durga Puja Samity, CR Park: Known for artistic pandals and idols, features a Bijoli Grill stall. 12. Milani Puja Committee, Mayur Vihar-1: Organises theme-based pujas while maintaining Bengali heritage.

12 pandals in Delhi to visit during Durga Puja

Hindu temples in Bangladesh were vandalised by miscreants during Durga Puja festivities, forcing the government to deploy paramilitary forces in 22 districts after four people were murdered and many more were injured in the rioting, according to media reports on Thursday.&nbsp;

Late Wednesday, police opened fire on a mob of over 500 people in response to an uproar over an alleged insult to the Holy Book Quran during the Hindu festival of Durga Puja.&nbsp;

In the main incident, the mob attacked a Hindu temple and clashed with police in the southern town of Hajiganj, leaving four dead and nearly two dozen injured, including 15 police officers, local police chief Milon Mahmud said.

Temples at Chandpur's Hajiganj, Chattogram's Banshkhali, Chapainawabganj's Shibganj, and Cox's Bazar's Pekua were all viciously assaulted, with Hindu worshippers thrashed.

Several Bangladeshi Hindus and Hindu groups rushed to Twitter to post images of vandalism.

Advocate Dr. Gobinda Chandra Pramanik, Secretary General of Bangladesh Jatio Hindu Mohajote, shared a video of a attack and tweeted, "The situation is terrible!! Attacks on 150 families in Shilpara, Cox’s Bazar, widespread vandalism, looting, vandalism of Hatiya in Noakhali, vandalism of idols in municipal Kalimandir, attack Vandalism, molestation of women, 2 people have been found dead in Chandpur."

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Bangladesh's government ordered a probe into the violence, saying in a statement that anyone involved would be punished and asking people to maintain order: "The government has urged everyone to keep religious harmony, peace and security".

So far, the police has&nbsp;arrested 43 people&nbsp;involved in the attacks.

MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi while addressing media said that the Indian&nbsp;High Commission is in close contact with the authorities in Bangladesh. "We've seen some reports of attacks on religious gatherings in Bangladesh. We note that Bangladesh govt has reacted strongly to it. We also understand that Durga Puja celebrations continue in Bangladesh," he said.&nbsp;

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Hindu temples in Bangladesh were vandalised by miscreants during Durga Puja festivities, forcing the government to deploy paramilitary forces in 22 districts after four people were murdered and many more were injured in the rioting, according to media reports on Thursday.

Hindu temples in Bangladesh were vandalised by miscreants during Durga Puja festivities, forcing the government to deploy paramilitary forces in 22 districts after four people were murdered and many more were injured in the rioting, according to media reports on Thursday. Late Wednesday, police opened fire on a mob of over 500 people in response to an uproar over an alleged insult to the Holy Book Quran during the Hindu festival of Durga Puja. In the main incident, the mob attacked a Hindu temple and clashed with police in the southern town of Hajiganj, leaving four dead and nearly two dozen injured, including 15 police officers, local police chief Milon Mahmud said. Temples at Chandpur's Hajiganj, Chattogram's Banshkhali, Chapainawabganj's Shibganj, and Cox's Bazar's Pekua were all viciously assaulted, with Hindu worshippers thrashed. Several Bangladeshi Hindus and Hindu groups rushed to Twitter to post images of vandalism. Advocate Dr. Gobinda Chandra Pramanik, Secretary General of Bangladesh Jatio Hindu Mohajote, shared a video of a attack and tweeted, "The situation is terrible!! Attacks on 150 families in Shilpara, Cox’s Bazar, widespread vandalism, looting, vandalism of Hatiya in Noakhali, vandalism of idols in municipal Kalimandir, attack Vandalism, molestation of women, 2 people have been found dead in Chandpur." ! The situation is terrible !! Attacks on 150 families in Shilpara, Cox's Bazar, widespread vandalism, looting, vandalism of Hatiya in Noakhali, vandalism of idols in municipal Kalimandir, attack Vandalism, molestation of women, 2 people have been found dead in Chandpur. pic.twitter.com/B2x2jnk880 — Advocate Dr. Gobinda Chandra Pramanik (@gobinda21765953) October 13, 2021 × Bangladesh's government ordered a probe into the violence, saying in a statement that anyone involved would be punished and asking people to maintain order: "The government has urged everyone to keep religious harmony, peace and security". So far, the police has arrested 43 people involved in the attacks. MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi while addressing media said that the Indian High Commission is in close contact with the authorities in Bangladesh. "We've seen some reports of attacks on religious gatherings in Bangladesh. We note that Bangladesh govt has reacted strongly to it. We also understand that Durga Puja celebrations continue in Bangladesh," he said. We've seen some reports of attacks on religious gatherings in Bangladesh. We note that Bangladesh govt has reacted strongly to it. We also understand that Durga Puja celebrations continue in Bangladesh. Our High Commission is in close contact with authorities: MEA spokesperson pic.twitter.com/Y71bQLOaLt — ANI (@ANI) October 14, 2021 × (With inputs from agencies)

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