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Culture/Identity
When Kolkata Welcomes Her Daughter Home
Come September–October, Kolkata transforms to welcome Goddess Durga home. According to mythology, her modern autumn worship stems from Akal Bodhon—an untimely invocation performed by Lord Rama to seek her blessings before battling Ravana, shifting the festival from its traditional time. Did you know that this iconic autumn Durga Puja exists because of Rama’s legendary pre-war prayer?
Culture/Identity
The History of Durga Puja in Bengal
Every autumn, Bengal transforms into a vibrant celebration of Goddess Durga, an integral part of its cultural identity. However, her worship, idols, and rituals have evolved significantly across regions and history due to shifting traditions. Did this grand festival truly originate in ancient mythology, royal courts, or within the local neighborhoods that eventually made it everyone's celebration?
