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Kolkata Durga Pujas Unveil Exclusive Preview: Artistry on Display Before Main Festival
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News18•02-10-2026, 19:30
Kolkata Durga Pujas Unveil Exclusive Preview: Artistry on Display Before Main Festival
- •Eight Kolkata community Durga Pujas selected for a three-night preview show from October 10-12, 6 PM to 4 AM, showcasing art and craftsmanship.
- •The inaugural Durga Puja Adani Preview offers free entry for visitors with a pass, with over 30,000 registrations already received.
- •Selected pujas include Alipore Sarbojanin Durgotsav, Yuba Sangha, Rajdanga Naba Uday Sangha, Barisha Club, Behala Club Sarbojonin, Rajdanga Amra Kayjan Kalyan Samity, Thakurpukur State Bank Park Sarbojanin, and Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgatsob Samity.
- •A four-member jury, including sculptor Paresh Maity and cultural patron Harshavardhan Neotia, selected the eight pujas from 70 entries based on creativity, craftsmanship, sustainability, and traditional stories.
- •The initiative aims to highlight the artists, artisans, designers, and communities behind the festival, offering an accessible experience for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, and providing deeper insight for visitors outside West Bengal.
Key Questions Answered
The inaugural Durga Puja Adani Preview will take place from October 10 to 12, running between 6 pm and 4 am.
Eight community Durga Pujas were selected out of 70 total entries for the preview show.
A four-member jury comprising Paresh Maity, Harshavardhan Neotia, Abin Chaudhuri, and Mudar Patherya selected the pujas based on creative approach, craftsmanship, sustainability, track record, and traditional storytelling.
