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Durga Puja
Bengal's grandest celebration of the goddess Durga's victory over evil.
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Festival Overview
What is Durga Puja?
Bengal's grandest celebration of the goddess Durga's victory over evil.
ReligionHinduism
CategoryReligious
Celebrated inIndia, Bangladesh
Duration5 days
ReachWest Bengal, India & Bangladesh
History, Origin & Significance
The Story Behind Durga Puja
Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Sharadotsava, is a major Hindu festival honouring the goddess Durga and commemorating her victory over Mahishasura. It is the biggest festival among Bengali Hindus living in India, and is also celebrated by the Hindus in Bangladesh, the Bhojpuriya and Maithili communities of eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. In 2021, Durga Puja in Kolkata was inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Source: Wikipedia — Durga Puja
At a Glance
Celebration & Rituals
5 days of celebration
Observances stretch across 5 days of rituals and gatherings.
Elaborate pandal displays
The most recognisable custom of Durga Puja.
West Bengal, India & Bangladesh
Communities across 2 countries take part.
Khichuri
A signature dish closely associated with the celebration.
Flavours of the Celebration
Food & Culture
No Durga Puja celebration is complete without its signature dishes, shared with family and community throughout the festivities.
KhichuriLuchiMishti DoiBhog
Customs & Practices
Traditions
The customs practised during Durga Puja vary by region, but these are the most widely recognised.
Elaborate pandal displaysIdol immersion (visarjan)Dhunuchi danceCommunity feasting
Duration
Durga Puja Timeline
Day 1 — Opening · Oct 17, 2026
Elaborate pandal displays
Day 2
Idol immersion (visarjan)
Day 3
Dhunuchi dance
Day 4
Community feasting
Day 5 — Closing
Elaborate pandal displays
Where It's Celebrated
Location & Country Details
Celebrated In
🇮🇳 India🇧🇩 Bangladesh
Primarily celebrated in West Bengal, India & Bangladesh. Detailed country facts (capital, currency, languages) need a REST Countries API key configured — see .env.example.
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Travel Information
Best time to plan around
Typically celebrated in October.
Where to go
India, Bangladesh
- Dress modestly when visiting temples, mosques, or shrines during observances.
- Many venues get crowded at peak prayer or ceremony times — arrive early.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Durga Puja falls on Oct 17, 2026 (estimated date — exact timing can vary by region or calendar reckoning).
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