Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojonin Durga Puja Committee unveils wall mural of PM Modi performing aarti
Kolkata, July 6
Kolkata's historic Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja Committee unveiled a magnificent wall mural depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi performing the Aarti of Goddess Durga ahead of the autumn festivals.
This artwork was created to commemorate the Prime Minister's recent visit to the nearby Thanthania Kali Bari.
Secretary of Chorebagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Samity, Pratyusha Banerjee, expressed the wish for PM Modi to perform Durga Puja in Bengal in the future.
She told ANI, "We know that our Honorable Prime Minister is a very religious person. We have seen him going to many religious places. Even before the Bengal elections, when he came to Bengal, he had performed Aarti for Mother Kali at Thanthania Kalibari. Thanthania Kalibari is at a five-minute walking distance from the Puja courtyard of Chor Bagan Durgotsav Committee. So it is our wish that the BJP government has been formed for the first time in Bengal. We hope that the Prime Minister, who is so religious, is seen at many religious places. Yes, so he should come to Bengal this year at the time of Durga Puja, perform Aarti in some pavilion, perform it for Mother Durga. Because we have never seen him in Bengal at the time of Durga Puja before. So maybe this year when the government has been formed, we might be able to see him."
'Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsav Samiti' is one of the most prominent and historic organisations hosting Durga Puja in central Kolkata. It is celebrating the 91st year of its tradition, devotion, and cultural heritage. As part of this year's preparations, the Puja committee has unveiled the mural.
— ANI
Reader Comments
While I appreciate the artwork, I wish politics wouldn't seep into our religious festivals. Durga Puja is about community and devotion, not about which party is in power. Let's keep the pandals and themes neutral, please.
This is great! The PM has always respected all religions, and Bengalis are proud of their Durga Puja heritage. If he does come, it could be a big boost for tourism and cultural diplomacy. Double thumbs up from me! 👍👍
I have mixed feelings. On one hand, it's nice to see a prominent leader engage with our traditions. On the other hand, I worry this will turn into a political spectacle. Let's see how it actually plays out—hope it's tasteful and respects the spirit of Pujo.
A beautiful mural! Art that celebrates our cultural icons, whether they are religious or political, is always welcome. The Thanthania Kali Bari is a historic site, so this connection feels natural. Jai Maa Durga! 🌺🪷
Honestly, this feels like a stunt to me. The committee could have chosen a more neutral theme that doesn't align with a particular party. Durga Puja is about unity, not division. Hope the actual pandal doesn't become a political rallying point.
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