Curated Cultural & Art Dossier

Art, Architecture & Philosophy

66 Pally Sarbojanin Durgotsab Committee thematic narrative, master artisans, and creative vision.

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✦ Creative Philosophy & Mandap Vision
"Democratizing cultural spaces and breaking patriarchal taboos; promoting women empowerment, eco-sustainability, and Bengal's craft heritage."
Genre: Progressive Social Reform & Folk Installations
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Heritage Era: 1945

Recent & Past Themes

Current Edition
2025: Kanyashree o Matrishakti (Feminine Empowerment) | 2024: Shabash Maa (Celebrating Mothers) | 2021: Breaking Tradition with Women Priests Conducting Puja
Historical Themes
2025: Kanyashree | 2024: Shabash Maa | 2021: Female Priests Initiative | 2019: Bengal's Wooden Toy Craft | 2018: Peace Mandap

Pratima & Divine Sculpture

Warm, maternal clay idol radiating grace, crafted with traditional mud-straw techniques and organic colors.
Craftsmanship & Materials Used
Terracotta tiles, earthen plates, hand-woven chatai, wood shavings, and solar-assisted LED ambient lights.

Cultural Story & Community

66 Pally, situated on Rashbehari Avenue, made global headlines in 2021 when four female priestesses conducted the main Durga Puja rituals, dismantling centuries-old patriarchal conventions. Its art philosophy is rooted in social reform, female empowerment, and sustainable artisanal craftsmanship.
Awards & Honors
Biswa Bangla Sharad Samman (Social Reform & Progressive Vision), Asian Paints Special Citation

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