Goddess Durga

The age-old ritual has not only become invariably synonymous with the festival but also an intrinsic part of the state’s cultural identity.

In the crammed world of clay figurines, Chaina and her retinue from Kolkata, are keeping alive the age-old tradition of modelling goddess Durga.

This year, many people have decided to celebrate the festival of Durga Puja with a theme of women empowerment. Several pandals have been set up to depict the true essence of goddess Durga and women power.