Bhowanipur 75 Palli Sarbojanin Durgotsav to woo pandal hoppers with 45 feet elephant

The entire elephant structure is created with cane and paper pulp along with the decorative arshi which is mirror.

Speaking to the media, Subir Das, Club Secretary said, “This year mother goddess is coming in horse and going in horse which symbolizes destruction, riot, femine and death but we as her son we wish and pray for peace, harmony, greenery and good health.. So we created a 45 ft elephant which symbolizes what we desire”.

"In this biggest occasion we have tried to resemble this colorful joy through the means of AARSHI or Mirror in front of welcomed visitors. Within the mirror we get the clear reflection of life and characters, which not only makes our life lively but also makes us nostalgic," he said.

"Our effort here is to reflect the gorgeous time of this festival in such a manner which creates the joyful coordination of the festival for eyes as well as mind. In our “AARSHINAGAR”, we have tried to bring in front of our viewers mainly the Glass-Cloth sewing designs and other artistic works from various states of our country showcasing the spectacular handicrafts and its creation. We have tried to establish the pleasant and charismatic look of our Ma Durga representing her divine existence," Das added.

Year of Initiation: 1965

Artist: Conceptualization and Thematic design by Biman Kr. Saha

Idol Maker:  Parimal Pal

Height of Mandap: 45 Feet

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Location: South Kolkata (Bhowanipur – Netaji Bhavan) - 1/1C, Debendra Ghosh Road, Kolkata - 700 025

Nearest Metro Station: Netaji Bhavan Metro Station

Key Persons: Subir Das (Club Secretary), Moloy Dey (Mentor), Asish Das (Publicity-in- charge)

Deity: A Durga idol of Rajbari in which there is a touch of modernity.