Indian Museum Hosts Durga Puja with Jewellery Inspired by Maa Durga's Nine Avatars
During Durga Puja 2026, the Indian Museum in Kolkata hosted the festival for the first time, featuring traditional Sabeki-style idols from Kumartuli. Nemichand Bamalwa Sons created gold temple jewellery inspired by Maa Durga's nine avatars, symbolizing Navratri and the nine days of Puja. The jewellery, incorporating diamond and Polki elements, adorned the deities including Maa Mahalakshmi and Maa Saraswati, reflecting this year's Swadeshi and Sanatani theme. The presentation took place on October 11 in the museum's Central Courtyard.
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