Durgabari 2023 turned out to be a splendid showcase of the Bengali bari’r pujo culture, tradition, and festivities. Known for hosting some of the most memorable Durga Puja celebrations for the past two years, the festivities at Novotel Kolkata this year were bigger and more enchanting than ever before. A cherished five-day event, complete with rituals and practices, Durgabari 2023 invited travellers and locals to celebrate, go pandal-hopping, indulge in delectable delights at the multiple dining options and capture the evening aarti. There was something for everyone. t2 gets you an album.
The Durga idol at the pandal. Red was a predominant colour here as well, along with marigold flowers for decor. The 10-ft idol of Maa Durga along with her children was a divine picture, exuding grace and power
(l-r) The immersion happened with great fanfare, with fireworks and confetti burst, making it even more memorable. Actor Abir Chatterjee (left) and Arjun Kaggallu, general manager, Novotel Kolkata Hotel and Residences, with wife Nikita Inamdar, soaked in the festivities. “Durga Puja, the much awaited and widely celebrated festival in West Bengal, signifies the arrival of the goddess Maa Durga, the embodiment of power and strength, and is a time for family reunions and community bonding. Novotel Kolkata was thrilled to be at the centre of these celebrations, and this year, they ensured to pull out all the stops for an unforgettable experience for all attendees,” said Arjun
Sudeshna Sen bid goodbye to the goddess.
