First Day of Durga Puja Festivities
October 17 - SATURDAY
Observance: Observance, Hinduism Holiday (India)
"The magnificent start of Bengal's biggest celebration featuring artistic pandals and elaborate Durga idol worship."
Begins Bengal's grandest festival honoring Goddess Durga with spectacular pandals and cultural programs.
Traditions:
- Inaugurating elaborate pandals with artistic themes and magnificent Durga idols
- Performing traditional dhunuchi dance with smoking incense burners
- Enjoying cultural programs, new clothes, and special Bengali delicacies
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Fun Fact:
Durga Puja pandals compete for creativity, with some replicating famous monuments and requiring year-round planning.