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IN PHOTOS: Kolkata's Durga Puja pandals embrace unique themes
Updated On: 12 October, 2023 11:46 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
The annual Durga Puja festival in West Bengal is a time of great celebration and cultural significance, and each year, Kolkata unveils unique and innovative themes for its puja pandals. Pics/PTI

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The 'Picnic Garden 39 Pally Durga Puja Samiti' has chosen a thought-provoking theme for its puja pandal this year - 'Farmers' Rights in India.'
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As part of the festivities, clay models of prominent figures like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and JP Nadda have been installed near a Devi Durga idol at a community puja pandal.

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The organisers aim to shed light on the rights and welfare of farmers in India, recognizing their vital role in the country's development.
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Durga Puja in West Bengal goes beyond religious festivities; it is a grand cultural celebration that provides a platform for social messages and awareness.

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In another pandal, posters showcasing successful projects linked to Prime Minister Modi have been displayed, combining cultural traditions with contemporary issues.
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Women members of the community are seen wearing traditional sarees as they participate in decorating the Goddess Durga Puja idol in a community pandal, adding to the cultural richness of the festival.

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In another pandal, a worker was installing an artwork at a pandal with the theme of menstrual hygiene
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The meticulous craftsmanship involved in creating the pandals, from terracotta-styled architecture to miniature idols, reflects the artistic spirit and dedication that underpin Durga Puja celebrations in West Bengal.

