Curated Cultural & Art Dossier

Art, Architecture & Philosophy

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

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✦ Creative Philosophy & Mandap Vision
"Preserving the grandeur of ancient Indian stone temple architecture combined with the world's pinnacle of illuminated street artistry."
Genre: Traditional Temple Architecture & Chandannagar Illumination
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Heritage Era: 1951

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
2025: Brihadisvara Temple | 2024: Konark Temple | 2023: Vellore Golden Temple | 2022: Modhera Temple | 2021: Meenakshi Amman Temple | 2019: Varanasi Kashi Vishwanath Replica

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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