West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Attends Mahalaya Celebrations At Eden Gardens; 12,400 New Durga Puja Committees Get Approval
Kolkata: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday took part in Mahalaya celebrations which denoted the beginning of Durga Puja at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. 12,400 New Puja Committees Approved Addressing the gathering, Adhikari said that additional 12400 new Durga Puja committees were given permission to start their puja by the state government. “Adhering to scriptures, traditions, heritage, and…
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari attended Mahalaya celebrations at Eden Gardens, marking the beginning of Durga Puja. During the event, Adhikari announced that 12,400 new Durga Puja committees have received approval from the state government. He emphasized adherence to scriptures, traditions, heritage, and culture, and highlighted that this year's puja will commence during Devi Paksha, with over 100 pujas scheduled from Sunday to Maha Sashti.
Adhikari also criticized the previous Trinamool Congress government, stating that under the current administration, no one needed to seek permission from the Calcutta High Court to conduct puja. The program featured a musical extravaganza, traditional songs, a drone show welcoming Goddess Durga, and various cultural performances.
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