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
The 'Picnic Garden 39 Pally Durga Puja Samiti' has chosen a thought-provoking theme for its puja pandal this year - 'Farmers' Rights in India.'
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.
The organisers aim to shed light on the rights and welfare of farmers in India, recognizing their vital role in the country's development.
Durga Puja in West Bengal goes beyond religious festivities; it is a grand cultural celebration that provides a platform for social messages and awareness.
In another pandal, posters showcasing successful projects linked to Prime Minister Modi have been displayed, combining cultural traditions with contemporary issues.
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.
In another pandal, a worker was installing an artwork at a pandal with the theme of menstrual hygiene
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.
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