Pune IT Corridor's Bengali Families Announce Durga Puja 2026
Bengali families living away from West Bengal, Durga Puja is more than a religious celebration . It is a way for children to experience Bengali language, music, food, traditions, art and community firsthand. Oitijhyo Sarbojonin’s first Durga Puja in Hinjawadi, Pune , creates an opportunity for families to turn inherited cultural stories into memories their children can call their own. Why Does Durga Puja Matter to Children Growing Up Outside Bengal? Parents often share memories of Puja in Kolkata or their hometowns—the sound of the dhaak, crowded pandals, cousins meeting spontaneously, traditional food and long evenings with family. Children growing up in Pune may know these stories without having experienced them. Oitijhyo Sarbojonin aims to bridge that gap by creating an environment where children can participate in Bengali cultural traditions rather than simply hear about them. Standing for anjali, waiting for bhog, watching an Alpona competition, performing on stage or hel...