Kolkata Prepares for Durga Puja with Traditional Rituals and Idol Crafting
As Kolkata prepares for Durga Puja, the city transitions from humid days to a cooler autumnal atmosphere marked by the scent of shiuli flowers and festive anticipation. Artisans in Kumortuli meticulously craft clay idols of Goddess Durga, embodying generations of tradition. The festival's onset is heralded by the iconic Mahishasuramardini radio program, a ritual that evokes deep cultural memories and signals the start of Devi Paksha, uniting the community in celebration and reverence.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (78–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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timesnow broke this story on 13 Oct, 08:41 am. Other outlets followed.