Maha Shashthi marks formal commencement of Durga Puja
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Published: Oct 16, 2026, 19:06 IST | Updated: Oct 16, 2026, 19:06 IST
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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.
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