Durga Puja in Kolkata Festival Celebrations
Durga Puja is one of the most famous festivals celebrated in West Bengal and particularly in Kolkata, in honour of Goddess Durga during the period of Navaratri. It is celebrated for 10 days, however starting from the sixth day until the ninth day, the Pandals with grand idols of Goddess Durga are open for visitors. The tenth day, also known as Dashami marks the Visarjan (immersion in water) of the idol with grand celebrations and processions. This year, Durga Puja 2019 begins on October 3 and will go on till October 8. However, Durga Puja 2019 celebrations in Kolkata start early, with Durga Mahalaya on 28 September and Visarjan on October 8.
About Durga Pooja
According to the Hindu Mythology, Goddess Durga emerged from the collective energy of all Gods as an embodiment of Shakti or divine feminine power, to destroy demon Mahishasura; who was blessed to not be defeated by any man or god. The name Durga in Sanskrit means 'the impenetrable'; she exists in a state of self-sufficiency and in ultimate power. This powerful form of Mother Goddess is highly revered in Kolkata which is why her return is celebrated with much grandeur and ceremonies.
If you are in Kolkata during Durga Pooja, these are the popular features of the grand celebrations, you shouldn't miss out on. The preparations for the festival are as fascinating as the festival itself. A week prior to the festival, the city gears up and can be seen wearing a look of eagerness and excitement as it prepares itself to welcome the Goddess home.
Durga Puja Dates 2019: Calendar and Schedule
| Important Occasions | Date | Day |
| Mahalaya, First Day | 28 September 2019 | Saturday |
| Panchmi, Fifth Day | 3 October 2019 | Thursday |
| Shashthi, Sixth day | 4 October 2019 | Friday |
| Saptami, Seventh Day | 5 October 2019 | Saturday |
| Ashtami, Eight and biggest day | 6 October 2019 | Sunday |
| Nabami, Ninth Day | 7 October 2019 | Monday |
| Dashmi, Tenth Day | 8 October 2019 | Tuesday |
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