DURGA PUJA: A Festival of Roots, Culture and Togetherness

Durga Puja and Navaratri are not merely festivals of worship and celebration.

- Pranay Dutta

They are symbolic journeys that reconnect us with our roots—our culture, traditions, art, and values. During this time, Bengal's pulse beats in rhythm with its centuries-old heritage. From the swaying kash flowers in the fields to rivers gliding quietly through the countryside, nature itself becomes part of the festival. Families return to their ancestral homes, children leave behind city life to spend time with grandparents in villages, and Puja transforms into a season of homecoming and rediscovery.

One of the most striking features of Durga Puja is its profound link with creativity. Each year, new songs are composed, while timeless voices—Manna Dey, Hemanta Mukhopadhyay, Arati Mukhopadhyay—continue to echo in Puja albums filled with both nostalgia and renewal. Fashion, too, finds fresh meaning as cinema-inspired trends shape festive attire. Thus, Durga Puja becomes a cultural canvas where tradition and modernity blend seamlessly.