Shreya Cheema
Here, you can witness an interplay of light and shadow. The pandal's design reflects an artist's internal life and how the deity coexists within and in the same space as an extension of oneself.
For its 74th year, the Bosepukur Sitala Mandir Durga Puja pandal creatively utilises 12,000 discarded steel chairs sourced from biyebari (wedding venues) while the idol sits on the singhasan (throne).
Durga Puja's 77th year celebrates the spirit of the festival or "Utshob." The interiors feature electrical pipes and iron structures, and colour is used extensively.
This year's concept is Dariyapar, which symbolises Durga Maa's life journey through various experiences, both good and bad.
The pandal is famed due to the grandeur of the interior lights, intricate designs, and a towering traditional idol, which stands 26 feet tall. This year's pandal is modelled after the Jain temple of Rajasthan, featuring stunning architecture and design elements.
In its 85th year, the Badamtala Ashar Sangha has chosen the theme "Pratirup," offering a unique perspective on representation.
Puja's 81st year has a unique theme—"teen chakar golpo," or the tale of three wheels, which showcases the stories of Kolkata's iconic auto-rickshaws in today's fast-paced society.
Chetla Agrani celebrates its 31st year with the theme "Je Jekhane Dariye". Designed by Subroto Banerjee with lights by Dinesh Poddar, this year's pandal showcases the working class's daily lives and the established society's dreams.