Durga Puja reaches its emotional climax as devotees across Kolkata, Delhi, the rest of India and the global Bengali diaspora bid farewell to Maa Durga. After Vijayadashami on Tuesday, when Ravan effigies were burnt, Shubho Bijoya fell on Wednesday because of this year’s tithi, and immersion ceremonies begin today. Women perform Sindoor Khela, applying vermilion to the goddess and to one another, before the final aarti and procession to the river.

Sindoor Khela marks emotional goodbye as year long wait begins for Maa Durga

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led West Bengal government following the deadly stampede at Kolkata’s Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Durga Puja pandal. The tragedy claimed 19 lives and left dozens injured, triggering political criticism and renewed questions over crowd management and public safety.

Kolkata stampede: TMC MP Mahua Moitra targets BJP over security arrangements

Kolkata transforms into a dazzling spectacle during Durga Puja. Millions take to the streets to admire towering pandals, magnificent idols, spectacular lights and extraordinary works of art. Watch this story to witness one of the best pandals, idols in the city of joy.

Durga Puja 2026: Magnificent Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata you must visit

Maha Shashthi marks the formal beginning of Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata and across West Bengal on October 16, 2026. From grand pandals to festive rituals, the city comes alive as devotees welcome Goddess Durga.


Maha Shashthi marks formal commencement of Durga Puja

The controversy began on August 26 after the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) advised keeping non-vegetarian food away from Durga Puja pandals, saying it was necessary to preserve the festival’s “sanctity.”

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