A Complete: North Kolkata Durga Puja Guide Map – 2023

Well, when someone says Durga Puja and North Kolkata, the only thing that comes to my mind– 

“Dekh mon kashbon dulche je sari

Kobe dhak debe dak din gunche je tar-e

Shiuli makha golpo aghamanir shur

Kumartulir gondho choralo

Bolo bolo dugga elo

Bolo bolo dugga elo”

(“Look at the mind, the row that sways the forest,

When to cover, to call, to count the days that are his.

Shiuli flower stories advent tune

The smell of Kumartulli spread,

Tell me, Durga has come,

Tell me, Durga has come”)

This song “Durga Elo” sung by Monali Thakur tells us about the welcoming spirit of people with the arrival of Ma Durga, which compels me to dance and enjoy.

The whole city from the darkest corner to shimmering stars decked up in gold, deep purple, burgundies, red, orange, browns, crimson, white, and more vibrant colors to brighten up.

During the five days of Durga puja, Kolkata attracts millions of people to witness the thematic decoration of pandals, colorful creative ideas of Ma Dura idols, and the city. 

The streets, alleys, markets, and each coroner become so busy that without a map or guide exploring Kolkata’s famous Durga Puja pandals is impossible. 

Therefore, this blog is a complete North Kolkata Durga Puja Guide with maps and landmarks that will help you to reach and enjoy yourself to the fullest. 

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Durga Puja Metro Guide

If you’re planning to explore the places through the metro, here I’m putting a Durga puja metro guide for you.

If you get down at Kalighat Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• 66 pally
• ballgunge samaj sebi
• singhi park
• Hindustan club
• mudiali
• chetla agarni
• suruchi sangha
• ballugunge 21 pally
• deshopriyo park
• badamtala ashar sangha

If you get down at Jatin Das Park Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• hazra park durgotsab
• kalighat milan sangha
• maddox square
• golmath
• bhawnipore abasar
• jubamaitry
• alipore 78 pally
• bakul bagan

If you get down at Netaji Bhavan Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• 75 palli
• 76 palli
• ray street park
• chakraberia sarbojonin
• bhawnipore swadhin sangha

If you get down at Rabindra Sadan Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• gokhale sporting

If you get down at Central Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• subodh mullick square
• santosh mitra square

If you get down at m.G Road Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• college square
• mD ali park

If you get down at Girish Park Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• kashi bose lane
• pathiriaghanta 5 er pally
• shimla byan samity
• chatlabagan byan samity

If you get down at Sovabazar Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• kumortuli sarbojonin
• kumortulli park
• jagat Mukherjee park
• ahiritola sarbojonin
• bagbazar sarobojonin

If you get down at Shyam Bazar Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• hatibagan sarbojin
• gouribari
• sikdar bagan
• north tridhara

If you get down at Belgachiya Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• tala park prattay
• sree bhumi sporting
• belgachia sadharan

If you get down at Dum Dum Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• tarun dal
• yubak brinda
• dum dum sarbojonin
• sinthee sarbojonin

If you get down at Mahanayak Uttam Kumar Park Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• putiary club
• haridevpur H pally
• ajeya sanghati
• Vivekananda athletic

If you get down at Netaji Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• netaji nagar sarbojin

If you get down at Geetanjali you can see pandals of –

• naktala udayan

If you get down at Kazi Nazrul Metro Station you can see pandals of –

• nabadurga
• panchadurga

North Kolkata Durga Puja Guide

Durga Puja 2023 starts on 20th October 2023 (Maha Sasthi) -on 24th October 2023 (Bijaya Dashami).  

Mahalaya is on 14th October 2023, the last day of “Krishna paksha. On this day the eyes of Ma Durga idols are painted, marking the start of Durga Puja’s journey.

As per State Government, after Bijaya Dashami, Visarjan dates are fixed on 25th October, 26th October, 27th October, and 28th October. 

In 2023, Ma Durga is arriving and departing on Earth by Elephants.

Dates	Celebration
14th October 2023	Mahalaya
21st October 2023	Maha Saptami
22nd October 2023	Maha Ashtami
23rd October 2023	Maha Nabami
24th October 2023	Dashami

Kolkata Durga Puja Themes For 2023

Sribhumi Durga puja	Paradise’s Disney land
Ekdalia Evergreen durga puja	Shabekiyana (Ma Durga and her children are housed in a single bamboo shelter)
Tala Park Prottoy	Kohon
Chetla Agrani	je je khan e dariye (standing)
Trikon Park	Antaheen (the endless end)
Ballyugune Cultural	Kothaboli (speak without words)
Dumdum dakshin para	Alapon (conversation)
Barisha players corner	Moharajar dorbaar (king’s court)
Shibmandir Sarbojonin	shakti andare antare (powerful)
Ahiritola	abinosshore
10 Mins Walking From Girish Park Metro Station	Durga Puja Mensturation Theme

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21 North Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal: North Kolkata Durga Puja Guide

There is so much to explore in Kolkata during Durga puja. From pandal hopping, meeting friends, and families, exploring the city, experimenting with food, and experiencing the joy that without a guide you will be lost at sea. 

Hence, this North Kolkata Durga Puja Guide with a road map helps you cover the best pujas in the area without wasting further time. However, apart from these 21 places in North Kolkata, you will find hundreds of Durga puja happening on the alley, roadsides, streets, and homes. 

So, let’s visit the famous North Kolkata Durga puja pandals without further delay.

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1. Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgotsab

Location: 175 A, Aurobinda Sarani Kolkata, West Bengal

Landmark: Khanna Cinema Hall

How to reach?

If you are coming from Howrah, take a bus to Khanna near Hatibagan. Take bus numbers like 215A, 201, or L238 and get down at the Khanna bus top. From here take Nandan Bagan Street and walk for 5 minutes.

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Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgotsab every year comes up with an artistic pandal and tries to uphold the simplicity, elegance, and graceful of Ma Durga’s idol. Their theme upholds Bengal’s culture, heritage, and nature making it one of the best North Kolkata Durga puja. 

Nalin Sarkar StreetSarbojanin Durgotsab Club committee is celebrating its 89th year of the Durga Puja celebration in 2023. Nalin Sarkar StreetSarbojanin Durgotsab in the years 2004, 2006, and 2010 received the Best Artisan award by Asian Pain Sharad Samman.

Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgotsab: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

 Photo: Map of Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgotsab

2. Bagbazar Sarbojonin

Location: 7, Bagbazar Street, Bag Bazar Colony, Bagbazar, Kolkata – 700003

Landmark: Bagbazar Ghat

How to reach?

If you are coming from Howrah take the ferry service to Bagbazar Ghat which will cost you 8 Rupees. From Bagbazar Ghat walk for 5 minutes via Bagbazar St to reach Bagbazar Sarbojonin

Bagbazar Sarbojonin is counted among one of the oldest North Kolkata’s Durga puja pandal list. You can track the history of the celebration in the year 1919, celebrating at Sarkar-House, 55, Bagbazar Street. Moreover, the spectacular Sindhoor Khella is one of the most attractive attractions of Bagbazar Sarbojonin. 

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The Bagbazar Sarbojonin celebration is designed for enjoyment, and togetherness is the main idea behind the setup. The committee maintains a simple décor, adding glory, color, and contentment to the Mella celebration for all. 

Bagbazar Sarbojonin: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map 

Photo: Map of Bagbazar Sarbojonin

3. Hatibagan Sarbojonin

Location: 134, Sri Aurobindo Sarani, Principal Khudiram Bose Road Hati Bagan Kolkata-700006

Landmark: Near Hatibagan more

How to reach?

If you are coming from Howrah, take a bus to Hatibagan. Take bus numbers like 215A, 201, or 2019 and get down at Hatibagan more. From here walk 5 minutes to reach Hatibagan Sarbojonin Durga puja pandal. 

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Hatibagan Sarbojonin Durga puja celebration is nothing but color and festivity keeping viewers awe-struck and mesmeric by seeing the divine idol of Ma Durga. The artwork selected by the committee of Ma Durga astride muscular Mahishasura and the lion at the side is spellbinding.

The pandal also ensures free Wifi connectivity and a QR code to scan and post the real picture of Ma on Facebook with the hashtag “#Maclicks”. The only reason it was started was that the committee member do not want viewers to turn their back on Ma and click selfies.

Hatibagan Sarbojonin: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map 

4. Kumortuli Park

Location: 8B, Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee, Abhay Mitra St, Sovabazar, Kumartuli, Shobhabazar, Kolkata-700005

Landmark: Sovabazar More

How to reach?

Reach Sovabazar Metro and then take an auto to reach Kumortulli Park. It will cost you 20 Rupees maximum.

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Kumartuli/Kumortuli Park is a must-include in the North Kolkata Durga puja pandal list because of its unimaginative fusion of art, old fashion grandeur, and colorful art. The Kumartulli Park puja started in 1995. 

The kumars make the Durga idols with their own hands and with their creative imagination always fusing social and cultural milieu to enrich its tradition. Moreover, the Durga idol developed in Kumortulli is exported to South East Asian countries, the UK, USA, and Canada for the Durga Puja celebration.

Kumartuli/Kumortuli Park: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

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5. Sovabazar Rajbari

Location: 36, Raja Naba Krishna St, Raja Naba Krishna Street, Sovabazar, Shym Bazar, Kolkata- 700005

Landmark: Sovabazar Metro

How to reach?

Reach Sovabazar Sutanuti Metro Station and walk for 3 minutes to reach Sovabazar Rajbari. Follow the Google Maps. 

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North Kolkata Durga Puja pandal hopping is incomplete without spending an evening in Sovabazar Rajbari or the famous “Bonedi puja” first started by Raja Nabakrishna Deb in 1757. The Durga Puja idol is built in the Nat Mandir and celebrated in the “Thakur Dalan”, a huge open place in the middle of the Rajbari.  

The silver and gold ornaments of Ma Durga are more than 50 years back, with its specialty as “Ek Chala takhur”, the celebration of Ma Durga in one place. You cannot miss the famous “Sindhoor Khela” and “Dhunuchi naach” at Sovabazar Rajbari

Sovabazar Rajbari : North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

6. Ultadanga Yuba Brinda

Location: 5N, Ultadanga Main Road, Near Jubo Brinda Club, Muchi Bazar, Kolkata- 700067

Landmark: Muchi Bazar bus stop, Ultadanga

How to reach:

If you are coming from Howrah, take a bus to reach Muchi Bazar bus stop. Take bus numbers like 215A, 201, or L238 and get down at Muchi Bazar bus top. From here walk for 5 minutes. 

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The famous and old gracious Ma Durga idol at Ultadanga Yuba Brinda is well known among people for its artistic pandal and colorful themes. The celebration was started in 1949 to celebrate unity and togetherness.

The chairman of Ultadanga Yuba Brinda Sammitee, Dipal Roychowdhuri organizes eye camps, blood donation, book distribution and distribution of clothes and foods to needy poor people during this time. Moreover, Ultadanga Yuba Brinda Sammitee has to be on your North Kolkata Durga Puja list. 

Ultadanga Yuba Brinda: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

7. College Square Sarbonjinin Durgoutsab

Location: 564 Bankim Chaterjee Street College Square Kolkata -700009

Landmark: Opposite Presidency University

How to reach?

Take any bus to reach College Street, buses like 2019, 44A, 44A/1, 72 and more come to College Street. Get down and walk towards the Medical college and on the left side sits College Square.

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One of the famous and must include in the North Kolkata Durga puja list has to be the College Square Durga puja celebration, besides the lake. The festival illumines the whole of College Street, 1.5 long as well the skies that bring joy abound in North Kolkata. 

The College Square Sarbojinin Durgotsab was started in 1947, on the day of “Chathurthi” (4th day of Ma Durga coming to her home) the ceremony starts here. The reflection of lights on the lake and 8 ft -10 ft height idol make College Square one of the must places to visit in North Kolkata. 

College Square Sarbonjinin Durgotsab: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

8. Mohammad Ali Park

Location: 41 A, Tara Chand Dutta Street Kolkata- 700073

Landmark: Near Mahatma Gandhi Metro Station

How to reach?

Take metro from anywhere and reach MG Metro station and from there walk for 5 minutes.If you are coming from Howrah, take bus number 2019, 2015A, or L238 to reach MG Metro Station.

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Ma Durga’s avatars and its celebration at Mohammad Ali Park are famous for the North Kolkata Durga puja since 1977. The celebration focuses on the unity of humanity by combining Bengal’s architectural styles through the pandal development theme. 

The artistic work at Mohammad Ali Park is always a treat to the eye and you should include it in your North Kolkata Durga puja list. The park illuminates itself in fairy lights and the classic ethereal look of Ma Durga is chilling yet enjoyable.

Mohammad Ali Park: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

9. Kasi Bose Lane

Location: 5/1 Kashi Bose Lane Manicktala Darjipara Kolkata -700006

Landmark: Near Scottish Church School

How to reach?

Take bus number 2019 to reach Hedua Park and from here you can walk to your destination.

For the people who are a sucker for authentic culture Kasi Bose Lane Durga puja, sammitee must be on your North Kolkata Durga puja pandal list. The puja was started in 1937 before Second World War. During that time, Britisher stopped the celebration of Durga puja in Simla Byayam Samity so locals and youth started celebrating in Kasi Bose Lane. 

Kasi Bose Lane Durga puja sammitee has been awarded with Rotary Rotaract Sharod Swikriti and under the “Most Innovative Puja” category. The spectacular attention received from people due to its culture and heritage, made Kasi Bose Lane bring huge glory to Bengal’s Durga puja celebration.

Kasi Bose Lane: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

10. Jagat Mukherjee Park

Location: 1, Jatindra Mohan Avenue Sovabazar, Shobhabazar, Kolkata- 700005

Landmark: Near Sovabazar Metro Station

How to reach?

Get down at Sovabazar Metro Station and follow the Google map.

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If you want to add mystery to your pandal hopping then look no further than the famous Jagat Mukherjee Park. The puja was started in 1936 at Rajballav Para in a garage and now has been one of the famous North Kolkata Durga puja pandals. You should come on Bijoya Samilani (the last day of the Durga puja celebration). 

Jagat Mukherjee Park committee took the fame light when they adopted the theme of “Jolchobbi”, an underwater world. The design and aesthetic of the pandal take you inside a submarine and walk through an underwater world where you find Ma Durga standing in all its glory on the water, like a king of the water. 

Jagat Mukherjee Park: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

11. Ahiritola Sarbojanin Durgotsab

Location: 172/C, BK Paul Avenue, Ahiritola, Beniatola, Kolkata 700005

Landmark: Ahiritola Sitala Mandir / near Sovabazar More

How to reach?

Take bus number 2019 to get down at Ahiritola and from here you have to walk 10 minutes or take an auto to the spot.

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One of the non-political and heritage Durga puja in West Bengal that was established in the 1940s has to be Ahirtola Sarbojanin Durgotsab. The main reason Ahirtola Sarbojanin Durgotsab will always is close to my heart is because during COVID when the income of the “kumaras” in Kumartulli was almost nil due to the Lockdown they were constantly supporting them.

Ahirtola Sarbojanin Durgotsab celebrates in the most traditional way bringing Dhaks, following old rituals and considered as “barowari types Durga puja”, involving a lot of people. They blend the thematic design of pandal and color so beautifully that they received various types of awards from Zee Bangla, Asian Paints Sharod Samman, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, and Anandbazar.

Ahirtola Sarbojanin Durgotsab: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

12. Simla Byayam Samity

Location: 9B, Simla, Machuabazar, Kolkata-700006

Landmark: Girish Park Metro

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One of the most prominent Durga puja celebrations in North Kolkata close to Girish Park Metro is Simla Byayam Samity which has rich relations with history. Atindra Nath Bosu, a revolutionary and social organizer started the Durga puja celebration in 1926. Initially, Simla Byayam Samity was designed as a body-building center to train them against British power. 

Bhaga Jatin, Aurobindo Ghosh, Swami Vivekananda, and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose were all associated with Simla Byayam Samity. Since 1926, Simla Byayam Samity has maintained its traditional décor and celebration. They follow ‘sabeki style’ of puja celebration making it one of the simple and not theme celebrations. 

Simla Byayam Samity: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

13. Sreebhumi Sporting Club

Location: Canal Street, near P.S Sreebhumi, Lake Town, Kolkata, West Bengal: 700048

Landmark: Shree Bhumi bus stop

How to reach?

Take the buses like 201, or L238 that goes towards Lake Town, Clock Tower. Get down at Shree Bhumi bus stop and walk for 5 min to reach Sreebhumi sporting club

Sreebhumi sporting club Durga Puja theme 2022: Vatican City

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Bringing up the famous Sreebhumi sporting club’s Durga puja celebration, made headlines in news for making a replica of Burj Khalifa, the tallest tower in the world in 2021. Sreebhumi sporting club’s theme, impressive pandal design, and 45 kg of gold ornaments on Ma Durga have made it one of the best pandals of Durga puja in Kolkata. 

The club is associated with cricket coaching camps, martial arts, carom, and table tennis. They started the Durga puja celebration in 1969. The members of the sporting clubs always come up with engaging themes making it one of the best North Kolkata Durga puja. 

Sreebhumi sporting club: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

14. Dum Dum Park Tarun Sagha

Location: 60, Shyam Nagar Road, Kolkata -55

Landmark: Dum Dum Park

How to reach?

Take the Metro to reach Dum Dum Metro Station, take an auto to reach Dum Dum Tarun Sangha pandal

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Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha blends the creative mind with the mere opportunity for needy people that weave magic not only for the people but also for society. In 2021, they dedicated the pandal style and design to local grocery shops to help them economically throughout the lockdown phase of COVID. 

Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha was started in 1957 and is totally dedicated to uplifting and meeting the necessary demands of the people. Apart from that, their creation and lightings make it one of the best North Kolkata Durga pujas. 

Dum Dum Park Tarun Sagha: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

15. Dum Dum Park Sarbojoni

Location: 25/1 Dum Dum Park, South Dumdum, West Bengal- 700055, India.

Landmark: Dum Dum Park

How to reach:

Take the Metro to reach Dum Dum Metro Station, take an auto to reach Dum Dum Sarbojonin pandal

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A surprise welcomes to all pandal hoppers at Dum Dum Park Sarbojonin, which has focused on social activities like the distribution of stationary to needy children and people, and Basanta Utsab, bringing balance to the life.

Moreover, Dum Dum Park Sarbojonin is one of the simple and must be included in your North Kolkata Durga puja pandal list.

Dum Dum Park Sarbojonin: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

16. Manicktala Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja

Location: 77, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Sarani Kolkata- 700009

Landmark: Opposite Manicktala Ganguram Street

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Manicktala Chaltabangan Lohapatty Durga Puja has always managed to uphold its name as the best North Kolkata Durga puja pandal resulting in awards and honors. In 1943 Lucky Moon Jaiswal, a club president of Chaltabagn started the Durga puja celebration which is popularly got named Manicktala Chaltabangan Lohapatty Durga Puja.

Manicktala Chaltabangan Lohapatty Durga Puja has been awarded “Best Puja” in 1997 and in 2002 it received “Best Artisan” by Asian Paints Sharad Samman. The famous “Dhanuchi” dance and “Sindoor Khela” has made it one of the best North Kolkata Durga puja. 

Manicktala Chaltabangan Lohapatty Durga Puja: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

17. Telenga Bagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab

Location: 36/c/11, Biplabi Barin Ghosh Sarani, Surir, Bagan, Ultadanga, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700067

Landmark: New Ultadanga

How to reach:

Take bus number 215 A, or 201 from Howrah to reach the Telenga Bangan bus stop. From the bus stop walk to Telenga Bangan Sarbojanin Durgotsab

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The impeccable persona of Ma Durga with its different role in this world is reflected through the designs adopted by Telangana Bagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab. In 2021, the Sammitee tried to offer hope to the people after the effect of COVID-19. The message was to spread peace and hope for the future. 

Telangana Bagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Sammitee first started its celebration in the year of 1967. Since then it has received many awards time to time and is considered a must-visit pandal for the Durga puja in Kolkata. 

Telangana Bagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

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18. Brindaban Matri Mandir

Location: 16, Brindaban Mullick First Lane, Sukhiya Street, Kolkata-700009

Landmark: Sukia Street, Kolkata

Brindaban Matri Mandir is one of the well-known North Kolkata Durga puja celebrating its 113th year of celebration serving a lot of people in need. Its main motto is to educate people and help the poor. Moreover, their interior designs and decoration add glory to the Brgal’s celebration. 

Brindaban Matri Mandir: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

Photo: Map of Brindaban Matri Mandir

19. Karban Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee

Location: 17, Ultadanga Main RD, Daspara, Ultadanga, Kolkata- 700067

Landmark: Ultadanga

How to reach:

Reach Ultadanga bus stop by bus number 219 and walk to Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab

The thematic, colorful pandals and Ma Durga at Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee are on must North Kolkata Durga puja pandal list. Amazing interiors and design have resulted in Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee winning Asian Painting Award three times. 

Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

Photo: Map of Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab

20. Hatibagan Nabinpally Sarbojanin Durgotsav

Location: 11/1D, Ganendra Mitra Lane Kolkata – 700004

Landmark: Opposite Hatibagan KFC and Pizza Hut

How to reach:

Reach Hatibagan KFC by bus number 219 and walk towards Star Theatre and walk to Hatibagan Nabinpally Sarbojanin Durgotsav.

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The Hatibagan Nabinpally Sarbojanin Durgotsav is famous among Kolkata people for drawing huge crowds every year bringing creative and gorgeous themes. It is also involved in much social work and the welfare of local people.

Hatibagan Nabinpally Sarbojanin Durgotsav: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

21. Azad Hind Bag (Hedua Park Durga Puja)

Location: Azad Hind Bag, Kolkata -700006

Landmark: Near Kashi Bose Lane

How to reach:

Take bus number 2019 from College Street to reach Hedua Park and walk to Azad Hind Bag Durga puja pandal.

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The famous “Sabeki Baroari” Durga puja in North Kolkata, Azad Hind Bag is one of the not themes of the Durga puja celebration. Just beside the Hedua Swimming Pool Park, the puja and celebration are done in a very simple manner and with a fair inside. 

Azad Hind Bag: North Kolkata Durga Puja Map

Conclusion

The blog on North Kolkata Durga puja guide 2023 explains and gives you all the details of the Durga puja celebration in Kolkata. If I missed any place, please let me know, I would love to visit those places this year. 

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FAQ

1. What is the North Kolkata Durga Puja List 2023?

North Kolkata Durga Puja List 2023 are –

• Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgotsab
• Bagbazar Sarbojonin
• Hatibagan Sarbojanin
• Kumartuli Park
• Sovabazar Rajbari
• Ultadanga Yuba Brinda
• College Square Sarbojanin Durgotsab
• Mohammad Ali Park
• Kashi Bose Lane
• Jagat Mukherjee Park
• Ahiritola Sarbojanin Durgotsab
• Simla Byayam Samity
• Sreebhumi Sporting Club
• Dum Dum Park Tarun Sagha 
• Dum Dum Park Sarbojanin
• Manicktala Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja
• Telenga Bagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab
• Brindaban Matri Mandir
• Karbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab
• Hatibagan Nabinpally Sarbojanin Durgotsav
• Azad Hind Bag

2. How many puja pandals are there in Kolkata?

As per calculation, around 2,500 puja pandals are there in Kolkata in 2023

3. What is the Salt Lake Durga Puja list?

Salt Lake Durga Puja list 2023 are-

• AJ Block Durga Puja
• BD Block Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee
• BL Block Durga Puja
• BJ Block Saradotsav Committee
• Prafulla Kanan Sarbojanin Durgotsab

4. What are the best Durga puja pandal in Kolkata?

The best Durga puja pandal in Kolkata North is College Square Sarbonjinin Durgoutsab, Sreebhumi sporting club, and Dum Dum Park Tarun Sagha.

5. Which is the oldest Durga Puja in Kolkata?

The first and oldest Durga Puja was started in 1610 when Kolkata was called “Calcutta”.The puja was started by a few landlords and organized by Sabarna Roychowdhury. Durga puja was organized in Behala on the Southern fringes of Calcutta and in some districts of Hooghly, Bardhaman, and Nadia.

6. What is so special about Kolkata Durga Puja?

Durga puja is not just a religious festival celebrated in Bengal but it’s full of emotions and hope. The craftsmen, designers, “Kumar”, and sellers of grocery stores, the textile industry, the food industry, and more look forwards to this time of the year to upscale their business and earn a little more compared to other months of the year. Durga puja symbolizes homecoming, holiday, fun, having good food, getting decked up, clicking photos and uploading on Instagram, pandal hopping with friends and so more. Therefore, Kolkata Durga puja is emotional to all Bongs and special to the heart.