Durga Puja In North Kolkata: 20 Stunning Durga Puja Pandals Across North Kolkata

Visiting Sovabazar Rajbari is a very Calcuttan thing to do during Durga Puja. The pujo at the rajbari is all about simplicity and traditions. The idol is set up in sabeki ek-chala style (traditional Durga idols placed on a single platform). You just can't miss the dhunuchi naach and the sindoor khela here. Raja Nabakrishna Deb built one more house on Raja Nabakrishna Street, which his biological son, Rajkrishna, inherited. The rajbari is called Choto Rajbari. It's a short walk from the main Rajbari.

How to Reach: Take a metro train that goes to Sovabazar Metro Station.

Facebook: Sovabazar Rajbari

Instagram: @sovabazar_rajbari

This iconic Pujo in Baghbazaar is in its 106th year. They create the same idol every year without any change in the design, colour or structure. The ekchala pratima (idol) and age-old puja rituals set it apart from others. The surroundings are a gastronomic paradise as well! So, don’t miss the chance to indulge in local delicacies while soaking up the festive vibe.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is the Shyambazar Metro Station. You can also use public transport or Ola/Uber/Rapido services.

Facebook: Baghbazar Sarbojanin Durgostab & Exhibition

Contact: 09830704299

Ever wondered where artistic excellence and traditional craftsmanship in Durga idol-making truly shine? Kumartuli Park, running its 91st year, is the spot! Known for celebrating the talents of local potters, 'Patroshobha' is the theme this year. A Durga Puja that honours the beauty of leaves and the soft touch of green, painted in the hues of nature. The Goddess appears behind the shadows of leaves.

How to Reach: Take a metro train that goes to Sovabazar Sutanuti Metro Station.

Facebook: Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee

Instagram: @kumartulipark

Contact: 08240021605

In its 91st year, Hatibagan Sarbojanin has unveiled its theme of 'Atho Ghat Kotha'. The concept primarily hinges around the time when the Ganga ghats were alive with addas, performances, wrestling matches, and festive gatherings. Time has nearly eradicated them today. Those lost tales come back to life in the pandal with this Puja.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is the Sovabazar Metro Station.

Facebook: Hatibagan Sarbojanin Durgotsav

Contact: 094330 52274 or hatibagansarbojonin@gmail.com. 

Ahiritola Sarbajanin Durgotsav is renowned for its artistic talent and rich cultural legacy. Among the various Durga pujas in North Kolkata, this one is among the most well-known. 'Probaho', which means 'flow' or 'frequency', is this year's theme. Another interesting fact about Ahiritola is that Job Charnock, the founder of Calcutta, an English administrator from the 17th century, first set foot in Ahiritola Ghat on the eastern bank of the Hooghly.

How to Reach: The nearest metro stations are Sovabazar and Shyambazar. Exit from Gate 4 if you get off at Shyambazar.

Facebook: Ahirtola Sarbajnin Durgostab Samity

Instagram: @ahiritolasarbojanin

Contact: 098315 98300

The College Square Committee has decided to honour the architectural splendour and spiritual core of Angkor Wat, the renowned temple complex in Cambodia, for Durga Puja 2025. This concept is designed to deliver an authentic, multicultural experience to College Square's lakefront. You won't want to miss this iconic park in the heart of College Street. When Kolkata residents hear 'College Square', they immediately associate it with the large-scale Durga Puja that it hosts.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Central Metro Station — exit from Gate 6.

Website: collegesquaredurgapuja.com

Contact: Chief Organiser; 9831187124

Jagat Mukherjee Park uses the theme for 'Artificial Intelligence – A blessing or a curse?' The pandal seamlessly blends technology and tradition, incorporating 3D printing, clay, LEDs, folk art, and even a touch of robotics. Maa Durga remains timeless; everything around her seems to be a collision of the past and the present. It asks whether AI actually benefits humanity or if it takes over. The youth and local artists constructed the overall pandal.

How to Reach: Take a metro to the Sovabazar Metro Station.

Facebook: Jagat Mukherjee Park

Instagram: @jagatmukherjeepark

Contact: 082400 37520

Telengabagan stands as one of the oldest and most beloved pujas in North Kolkata. The combination of artistic expression, social consciousness, and communal enjoyment comes together in Telengabagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja 2025. Its imaginative, vibrant, and meaningful pandal designs enthral North Kolkata. The theme for the Durga Puja pandal is 'Achlaitan', meaning 'mobility'.

How to Reach: Take a metro to Shyambazar or Girish Park, after which you catch a bus or an auto to Muchi Bazaar.

Facebook: Telengabagan

Contact: 087776 07563

This year, the theme for Durga Puja is the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, New Jersey, the largest Hindu temple. 'Akshardham' translates to 'Eternal abode'. Wear comfortable shoes because this pandal draws large crowds, unless you enjoy the pain of festive fashion. When it comes to the puja pandals, Sree Bhumi Sporting Club is constantly doing something out of this world, literally.

How to Reach: Take the Ultadanga Metro or a Bus to Salt Lake. After reaching either of the stations, take an auto or an e-rickshaw. 

Facebook: Sree Bhumi Sporting Club

Instagram: @sreebhumisportingclub

Contact: 033 2534 0002

Naktala Udayan Sangha is a must-see. You might have to beat the traffic to see it, but trust us, the wait is worth it. The crowd matches the enthusiasm of the festivity! 'Arpan' is the theme for Naktala Udyan Sangha. In Bengali, the word signifies 'tribute' or 'offering'.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Kavi Subhash (New Garia) Metro Station. You can also drive, book cabs or use public transport

Facebook: Naktala Udayan Sangha

Instagram: @naktalaudayansangha

Santosh Mitra Square pays tribute to the country's armed forces this year. The Indian Army's recent Operation Sindoor, which involved cross-border attacks on terror facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), is the inspiration for the theme. The pandal is designed to resemble an unkempt cave which holds the idol. This year marks the 90th anniversary of Santosh Mitra Square's Durga Puja celebrations.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is the Central Metro Station.

Facebook: Santosh Mitra Square Sarbojanin Durgotsab Samity

Contact: 033 2227 5757

LBB Tip: Using public transport, Ola/Uber, or Rapido services is recommended. Getting a parking spot is really difficult around this time.

The Simla Byayam Samity, celebrating its 100th year of Durga Puja, is recognised as a pioneer of the 'Sarbojanin Durgotsav.' It hosted its inaugural puja in 1926. Celebrating Bengal's spirit of independence and the nationalist fervour that Netaji instilled in innumerable unsung heroes, the theme is called 'Revolutionary Shrine of Swadeshiyana.'

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Girish Park Metro Station. If you head right towards Girish Park, you'll find the SBI Vivekananda Road branch. Directly opposite it is the Simla Byayam Samity's Durga Puja celebration.

Facebook: Simla Byayam Samity "The Pioneer Of Sarbojanin Durgostab"

Instagram: @simlabyayamsamity

LBB Tip: The committee is also involved in multiple charitable organisations and social work initiatives.

Uttar Kalikata Sarbojanin Durgotsav Samity is a society that organises the yearly Durga Puja in North Kolkata, which is quite atypical! 'Maha Alaye Maa' represents 'Maa in a bigger and brighter light' and is this year's theme. The pandal is opening for visitors from the day of Mahalaya. 

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Shyambazar Metro Station.

Facebook: Balaram Ghosh Street Uttar Kalikata Sarbojanin Durgaostav Samity

Instagram: @uttar_kalikata_sarbojanin

Since ancient times, Bengali zamindars and aristocratic households have used Durga Puja to express the wealth they held. These 'Bonedi Barir' pujos honour the goddess and demonstrate how these families have carried on their traditions and cultures to this day. Since 1859, the Daws of Jorasanko have celebrated Durga Puja at their Thakurdalan. This puja was started at the Thakurdalan by the late Sri Narasingha Chandra Daw, and it is still observed by the current generations following the same customs, rites, and rituals.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Girish Park Metro Station.

Facebook: Jorasanko Shib Krishna Daw Bari

Instagram: @jorasankodawbari

The Arjunpur Amra Sabai Club in Kolkata is preparing for Durga Puja with this year's theme, 'Mukhamukhi' (face-to-face). The idol is made entirely of stainless steel and is designed to resemble a warrior queen, complete with armour and a crown. It is intended to demonstrate the power of knowledge and the human mind, what they refer to as the 'cosmic eye', against a deep blue outer-space backdrop.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Dum Dum Metro Station.

Facebook: Arjunpur Amra Sabai Club

Instagram: @arjunpuramrasabaiclub

The theme for this year is Satyanweshi, or the pursuit of truth. And who better than Byomkesh Bakshi himself to guide us there? The pandal transforms into his universe, with comic-book elements and pop art bringing the story to life in terms of form and colour. Artist Anirban Das is the driving force behind it all, fusing art and mystery into the joyous setting.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Dum Dum Metro Station. From there, you can take an auto-rickshaw or book a cab directly.

Facebook: Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha Puja Committee

Instagram: @dumdumparktarunsangha

New Town Sarbojanin in Kolkata is ready to welcome you with a grand alpona carpet for the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja 2025. It is a new addition to Bengal's Durga Puja scene, a creative festival that brings the whole Newtown community together. They demonstrate environmental responsibility by utilising biodegradable products, planting trees, and promoting awareness of environmental issues. One of the club's major culinary events is Ahare Sarbojanin, an extensive food festival that spans 15 days during the festive season.

How to Reach: You can drive your own car or book a cab service.

Facebook: Newtown Sarbojanin

Contact: 09007035417

In its 88th year, Kashi Bose Lane's 2025 Durga Puja theme, 'Pakdandi', is a tribute to the legendary author Leela Majumdar. 'Pakdandi', meaning 'the winding path', is also the title of the author's autobiography. She even won a Rabindra Puraskar for it. Kashi Bose Lane's Durga Puja, founded in 1937, is considered to be one of the oldest 'barowari pujos' (communities coming together to celebrate puja).

How to Reach: The nearest metro stations are Girish Park Metro Station and Sovabazar Sutanuti Metro Station.

Facebook: Kashi Bose Lane Durga Puja Samity

Contact: You can email kashiboselane@gmail.com or call them at +919830152526, +919836063539, or +919231535136

LBB Tip: The puja pandal is open for the general public from 25 September onwards

Dakshindari Youth Club has chosen to pay tribute to those who have survived acid attacks. This year's theme is 'Dahan', meaning 'being burnt' or 'struggle after burn injuries'. Inspired by Shuvo Dasgupta's poem 'Ami Shei Meye', the central section will be hollow, representing the goddess as an expectant mother. 'Ami Shei Meye' ('I am that girl') will be presented by theatrical performers when they appear. Survivors of acid attacks will stand on a stage on one side and shout the same slogan.

How to Reach: You can book Ola/Uber services. The nearest metro station is Sector V, located on the Green Line.

Facebook: Dakshindari Youths

Instagram: @dakshindariyouths

In preparation for the Gauribaria Sarbojanin Durgotsav & Exhibition Committee, artist Nikhil Mistry is crafting the idol of Maa Durga from bricks. 'Mati O Jibon', meaning 'Soil or life', is the topic. It took 60,000 bricks to make a single pandal. In addition to the pandal, the entire murti of Maa Durga is precisely carved from bricks.

How to Reach: The nearest metro station is Shyambazar Metro Station, with an exit at Gate No. 4.

Facebook: Gauribaria Sarbojanin Durgotsav & Exhibition Committee

Contact: 09331003711