Visitors were asked to maintain social distance, and cover faces with face masks throughout the Darsham (Photo: PTI/ West Bengal) Durga Puja 2021: Durga Puja is not the same this time. The enthusiasm seen in the devotees however is still the same. This time of the year, pujo pandals have special arrangements made keeping covid … Read more
. Those who need assistance can reach the control room at the given number: 033 2333 0197/059 (Photo: IE) A dedicated control room has been opened by the state health department at its headquarters, Swasthya Bhavan, for emergency medical assistance to covid-19 patients during Durga Puja. Those who need assistance can reach the control room … Read more
The day celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura, the buffalo demon. The victory depicts the triumph of good over evil (Photo: IE) Durga Puja 2021 date: The five-day festival of Durga Puja is celebrated with much zeal and pageantry across the country, particularly in West Bengal. This festival is said to be one … Read more
On Ashtami, the eighth day, and Navami, the ninth day, devotees invite young girls to take part in Devi Prasad and Kanya Pujan. (File) Navratri 2021 Date and Time: Dedicated to Goddess Durga’s nine forms, Navratri is celebrated in Ashwin, the lunar month. Shardiya Navratri this year commences today and will continue till October 15. … Read more