Pune, September 24, 2025 – Bengalis in Pune gathered once again at Shri Sankatharan Mandir, NIBM Circle, Kondhwa, for the 22nd edition of the , blending nostalgia with tradition and creating a unique sense of community and cultural identity.

The festival, known for being entirely , has maintained its ethos of inclusivity. Devotees from all walks of life, regardless of class, creed, faith, or gender, are welcome to participate in the celebrations. The event features the , a unique ritual observed in this puja among the 70 to 75 Durga Pujas held across Pune.

This year, nearly thronged the Puja Mandap, continuing a legacy that began in Mumbai over two decades ago when Mr. Jayanta Chakrabarty brought the worship of to Pune. Devotees enjoyed , with no tickets or mandatory donations re

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