Punekars, we are not behind when it comes to celebrating Durga Puja like the Bengalis do! During the ongoing Navratri, there are multiple Mini Bengals being formed in the form of Pandals at multiple locations in the city. Right from traditional cultural dance, music, food stalls, to free Bhog; a lot is happening at each of these Pandals.
Here’s a list of Durga Puja Pandals and their interesting activities;
- Congress Bhavan, Shivaji Nagar: Anando Mela, Authentic Bengali food stalls by ladies and cultural activities.
- Saptapadi Cultural and Sports Association: Saafa Banquets, Balewadi: Rabindra Sangeet, traditional Dhunuchi Dance, etc.
- Trikaya Sanskrutik Foundation: Baner: Phuchka eating competition, Rangoli competition, Sankha Dhoni Competition, etc.
- Aamantran: Purba PooonaDurgotsav Samiti: Free Bhog for all, Authentic Bengali food stalls.
- Anandam Association: Lonkar Lawns, NIBM: Children reciting poems from Abol Tabol by Sukumar Roy, Musical performance by popular Baul singer Krishna Das and quiz for senior citizens.
- Rohi Villa Durgotsav, Koregaon Park: Bengali food stalls, Guest artists such as Raghab Chatterjee & Debapriya Sarkar, Folk fusion band Ujan, and a Choir performance.
- Oikyotan Bangiya Parishad – Durga Puja: Kapse Lawns, Pimple Saudagar. Free Entry for All
- Bangiya Samsad Nagar Road – Free Bhog for All, Special performance by Zee Saregama Artists from Bengal.
With all such exciting activities and much more at many more pandals happening across the city, there’s no reason for you to not visit any of these pandals. Make the most of Navratri and get a taste of Bengali culture by attending some of these events!
