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Ekdalia Evergreen Club Durga Puja

Ekdalia Evergreen Club Durga Puja, Ekdalia Evergreen, South Kolkata, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700026, India

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🚇 Nearest Metro Station

Kalighat

2.2 km walk (~26 mins)

👥 Crowd Level

Peak surge, expect extensive queueing

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

⏰ Opening Hours

06:00 AM – 02:00 AM

Best Hours: 02:00:00

🚆 Nearest Rail Terminal

Ballygunge Junction

Connected via local suburban grid

Curated Cultural & Art Dossier

Art, Architecture & Philosophy

Ekdalia Evergreen Club Durga Puja thematic narrative, master artisans, and creative vision.

Recent & Past Themes

Current Edition

2025: Replica of Brihadisvara Temple, Thanjavur | 2024: Sun Temple Konark | 2023: Golden Temple Vellore | 2022: Modhera Sun Temple

Historical Themes

Pratima & Divine Sculpture

Majestic classical clay idol sculpted in traditional German-silver Daker Saaj by Sanatan Rudra Pal, preserving ancient Chandi iconography.

Craftsmanship & Materials Used

Hand-carved thermocol and plaster reliefs simulating ancient weathered sandstone, accompanied by mammoth Chandannagar motorized 3D light gates.

Cultural Story & Community

Founded under the legendary patronage of Late Subrata Mukherjee, Ekdalia Evergreen at Gariahat is an unshakeable giant of South Kolkata. Its signature formula—a colossal replica of a classical Indian temple housing a radiant sabeki Pratima, bordered by glittering miles of Chandannagar light arches—draws millions every autumn.

Awards & Honors

Biswa Bangla Sharad Samman (Lighting & Architectural Heritage), Asian Paints All-Time Classic

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