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SUMMARY:Saraswati Puja 2026
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URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/saraswati-puja-2026/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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SUMMARY:Picnic 2026
DESCRIPTION:A full announcement is forthcoming
URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/picnic-2024/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020
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SUMMARY:Kali Puja 2025
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URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/kali-puja-2025/
LOCATION:MLR Convention Center\, MLR Convention Centre Cassia Block\, Campus\, JP Nagar 7th Phase\, J. P. Nagar\, Bengaluru\, India
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
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SUMMARY:Durga Puja 2025
DESCRIPTION:Durga Puja is a grand festival celebrated by Bengalis\, and it typically takes place in the month of Ashwin (September-October) according to the Hindu calendar. Durga Puja is dedicated to Goddess Durga\, who is believed to have defeated the evil buffalo demon\, Mahishasura. \nWhile Durga Puja is predominantly celebrated by Bengalis\, it is not limited to West Bengal alone. Bengali communities residing in different parts of India\, including Bangalore\, also celebrate this grand festival with enthusiasm and fervor. In Bangalore\, Durga Puja is organized by various Bengali cultural and social organizations like ours Bengalis in Bangalore (BinB) in South Bangalore. The 5 days extravaganza is celebrated at Chandrodaya Convention Center and it’s adorned with elaborate decorations and beautifully crafted idols of Goddess Durga. The festival is marked by religious rituals\, cultural events\, music\, dance\, and performances. Durga Puja is a time for friends and family to come together and celebrate. The festival provides an opportunity for Bengalis living in Bangalore to connect with their community and maintain their cultural traditions. Friends and relatives gather at the Chandrodaya Convention Center  to offer prayers\, exchange greetings\, and enjoy the festivities. The atmosphere is filled with joy\, laughter\, and a sense of camaraderie along with the beats of Dandiya. \nDuring Durga Puja in BinB\, cultural programs and performances take the centre stage but the traditional and energetic “Dhunuchi Naach”\, where devotees perform rhythmic moves holding an earthen pot (Dhunuchi) with burning incense. This dance is accompanied by the energetic beats of Dhak and is a sight to behold. \nCultural events like music concerts\, recitals\, and drama performances showcase the rich heritage of Bengali culture. These performances not only entertain the attendees but also create a sense of unity and pride among the Bengali community. \nCelebration is incomplete without food which plays a significant role in Durga Puja\, and BinB is no exception. Bengali cuisine is known for its flavorsome dishes\, and during this festival\, traditional Bengali delicacies are prepared and relished. Mouth Watering sweets like sandesh\, rasgulla\, and mishti doi are must-haves during this time. Along with sweets\, various savory dishes like fish curries\, mutton preparations\, and vegetarian delicacies are also enjoyed. Food stalls and pop-up eateries are set up inside the campus of Chandrodaya Convention Center\, offering a wide range of delectable Bengali street food. \nDurga Puja is a time for joyous celebrations\, and people come together to enjoy the festivities with their loved ones. It is a time to reconnect with family and friends\, exchange gifts\, and seek the blessings of Goddess Durga. It serves as a cultural anchor for the Bengali community in Bangalore\, fostering a sense of unity and preserving their traditions away from their homeland. \nPictures from previous years \nLoading...Pujo 2024 \nBinB on Media  \nLoading...TOI 2023The Hindhu 2023Indian ExpressDeccan HeraldTOIDeccan HeraldBinBDurgaPuja2017-The-New-Indian-Express-497×1024
URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/durga-puja-2025/
LOCATION:Chandrodaya Convention Center\, ChCandrodaya Convention Center Dairy Circle\, 2\, Bannerghatta Rd\, Bangalore\, Karnataka\, India
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260423T155514
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T041457Z
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SUMMARY:Ananda Mela 2025
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URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/ananda-mela-2025/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260423T155514
CREATED:20250715T041816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T041830Z
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SUMMARY:Mahalaya 2025
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URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/mahalaya-2025/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTSTAMP:20260423T155514
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SUMMARY:Saraswati Puja 2025
DESCRIPTION:Bengali in Bangalore(BinB) will be celebrating BinB Saraswati Pujo 2025 on 2nd Feb\, Sunday at National Poet Kuvempu Park\, BTM 2nd Stage. #BinB Family will be overjoyed to see your presence. \nGoogle Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vTitvP5rXDNo7vdY7 \nSaraswati pujor Nirghonto ( Bisuddho Siddhanto mot)\nPujo will start-8 a.m.\nPushpanjoli -10a.m.\nHatekhori -11a.m.\nHawan\, Bhog\, Arati -12p.m.\nBhog Distribution- 1p.m. \n𝗣𝘂𝗷𝗼\, 𝗔𝗻𝗷𝗮𝗹𝗶\, 𝗛𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗸𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶 𝘁𝗼𝗵 𝗵𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗶 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗸𝗯𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺\, 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗮 \, 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 & 𝗯𝗵𝗼𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹.\nAnd like every year this year too we give you an opportunity to sponsor for the bhog. \n𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 /𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐁 𝐮𝐩𝐢 𝐢𝐝: 𝐯𝐲𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫.𝟏𝟕𝟏𝟕𝟎𝟏𝟏𝟔𝟐𝟗𝟗𝟐@𝐡𝐝𝐟𝐜𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤 and share the receipts with anyone. \nPritam Ghosh : 9836837156\nAmit Mukherjee : 9830551800\nSoumik Bose : 8496001216\nArnab Kumar Ghosh : 8697731154 \n𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐀𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐣𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭 𝐊𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐮 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤\, 𝐁𝐓𝐌 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝\, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐣𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭.
URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/saraswati-puja-2025/
LOCATION:National Poet Kuvempu Park || B.T.M Layout || Bengaluru\, 5th Cross Road\, BTM Layout 2nd Stage\, 15th Main Rd\, Kuvempu Park\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka 560076\, Bangalore\, India
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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SUMMARY:Durga Puja 2024
DESCRIPTION:Durga Puja is a grand festival celebrated by Bengalis\, and it typically takes place in the month of Ashwin (September-October) according to the Hindu calendar. Durga Puja is dedicated to Goddess Durga\, who is believed to have defeated the evil buffalo demon\, Mahishasura. \nWhile Durga Puja is predominantly celebrated by Bengalis\, it is not limited to West Bengal alone. Bengali communities residing in different parts of India\, including Bangalore\, also celebrate this grand festival with enthusiasm and fervor. In Bangalore\, Durga Puja is organized by various Bengali cultural and social organizations like ours Bengalis in Bangalore (BinB) in South Bangalore. The 5 days extravaganza is celebrated at Kalyani Kala Mandir (opp IIM Bangalore) and it’s adorned with elaborate decorations and beautifully crafted idols of Goddess Durga. The festival is marked by religious rituals\, cultural events\, music\, dance\, and performances. Durga Puja is a time for friends and family to come together and celebrate. The festival provides an opportunity for Bengalis living in Bangalore to connect with their community and maintain their cultural traditions. Friends and relatives gather at the Kalyani Kala Mandir to offer prayers\, exchange greetings\, and enjoy the festivities. The atmosphere is filled with joy\, laughter\, and a sense of camaraderie along with the beats of Dandiya. \nDuring Durga Puja in BinB\, cultural programs and performances take the centre stage but the traditional and energetic “Dhunuchi Naach”\, where devotees perform rhythmic moves holding an earthen pot (Dhunuchi) with burning incense. This dance is accompanied by the energetic beats of Dhak and is a sight to behold. \nCultural events like music concerts\, recitals\, and drama performances showcase the rich heritage of Bengali culture. These performances not only entertain the attendees but also create a sense of unity and pride among the Bengali community. \nCelebration is incomplete without food which plays a significant role in Durga Puja\, and BinB is no exception. Bengali cuisine is known for its flavorsome dishes\, and during this festival\, traditional Bengali delicacies are prepared and relished. Mouth Watering sweets like sandesh\, rasgulla\, and mishti doi are must-haves during this time. Along with sweets\, various savory dishes like fish curries\, mutton preparations\, and vegetarian delicacies are also enjoyed. Food stalls and pop-up eateries are set up inside the campus of Kalyani Kala Mandir\, offering a wide range of delectable Bengali street food. \nDurga Puja is a time for joyous celebrations\, and people come together to enjoy the festivities with their loved ones. It is a time to reconnect with family and friends\, exchange gifts\, and seek the blessings of Goddess Durga. It serves as a cultural anchor for the Bengali community in Bangalore\, fostering a sense of unity and preserving their traditions away from their homeland. \nAttraction This year \nLoading... \nPictures from previous years \nLoading...Pujo 2024 \nBinB on Media  \nLoading...TOI 2023The Hindhu 2023Indian ExpressDeccan HeraldTOIDeccan HeraldBinBDurgaPuja2017-The-New-Indian-Express-497×1024
URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/durga-puja-2024/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155514
CREATED:20231115T054454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T120151Z
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SUMMARY:BinB Borsha Boron
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URL:https://www.bengaliinbangalore.org/event/binb-barsha-boron/
CATEGORIES:BinB events
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