South Kolkata✓ Verified for 2026Est. 1981 (Over 45 Years)Eco-Friendly Vernacular Folk Art

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Paddapukur Youth Association Durga Puja

Paddapukur Youth Association Durga Puja, Paddapukur Youth Association, South Kolkata, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700026, India

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🚇 Nearest Metro Station

Netaji Bhavan

483 m walk (~6 mins)

👥 Crowd Level

Quick entry, queue moving fast

Peak Rush: 07:30 PM - 01:30 AM

⏰ Opening Hours

06:00 AM – 02:00 AM

Best Hours: 16:00:00

🚆 Nearest Rail Terminal

Ballygunge Junction

Connected via local suburban grid

Curated Cultural & Art Dossier

Art, Architecture & Philosophy

Paddapukur Youth Association Durga Puja thematic narrative, master artisans, and creative vision.

Recent & Past Themes

Current Edition

2025: Banglar Mati, Banglar Haat (Folk Bazaar of Bengal) | 2024: Shobujer Prarthana (Ode to Green Earth) | 2023: Lok-Shilpo O Gramin Jibon

Historical Themes

2025: Banglar Mati | 2024: Shobujer Prarthana | 2023: Lok-Shilpo | 2022: Patachitra Akhyan | 2021: Matir Gandho

Pratima & Divine Sculpture

Terracotta-finished earthen clay idol with serene rustic expressions, painted with organic turmeric and chalk pigments.

Craftsmanship & Materials Used

Untreated bamboo strips, natural jute burlap, Bankura terracotta tiles, dry date-palm weaves, and warm incandescent glow.

Cultural Story & Community

Paddapukur Youth Association Durga Puja in South Kolkata is renowned for its organic, sustainable theme approach. Embracing rural folk heritage, the pandal transports urban visitors into the peaceful sanctuary of a Bengal village, highlighting forgotten indigenous crafts and eco-friendly craftsmanship.

Awards & Honors

Biswa Bangla Sharad Samman (Eco-Friendly / Handicraft Category)

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