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Grand Durga Puja Celebrations Begin Right From Mahalaya In West Bengal
- •Special cultural programs and events are being organized at Eden Gardens and Red Road starting from the day of Mahalaya.
- •The Chief Minister and the Governor will walk from Red Road to Eden Gardens, passing through a grand procession showcasing Bengal's folk culture.
- •Eden Gardens will feature a three-dimensional photography exhibition, laser shows, fireworks, and the beats of three thousand dhaks.
- •Cultural festivals are scheduled across various districts including Durgapur, Siliguri, Cooch Behar, and New Digha from October 11 to 15.
- •Special illumination, Ganga Aarti at four locations, and new songs are planned along both banks of the Ganges.
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On the day of Mahalaya, a special Durga Puja opening ceremony is held at Eden Gardens featuring a three-dimensional photography exhibition, laser shows, fireworks, and a colorful cultural program. Prior to this, a special procession is organized on Red Road highlighting the folk art and cultural heritage of twelve Bengal districts with participation from local artists. The grand atmosphere is further enhanced by the beats of three thousand dhaks and the blowing of four thousand conch shells.
Cultural festivals are being organized from October 11 to 15 in several districts, including Durgapur, Siliguri, Cooch Behar, Bishnupur, Malda, Berhampore, and New Digha. These programs run daily from 5 PM to 10 PM, featuring active participation from local artists and members of various cultural organizations to spread the festive atmosphere across the state.
The state government is decorating both banks of the Ganges with special illumination and cultural programs scheduled from October 10 to 26 at multiple locations, including Prinsep Ghat, Babughat, Kumortuli Ghat, and Millennium Park. Additionally, Ganga Aarti is taking place at four designated locations.
