I Travel, I Click...: Puja Parikrama 2012 : Salt Lake, Kasba, Jadavpur, Baishnabghata

Salt Lake FD Block Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Durga Pujo 2012 for Salt Lake FD Block was about Trinoyon (The Third Eye). Human beings are passing through one of the most difficult times, all of us are marching aimlessly towards a future clouded by futility and uncertainty. We are master in technology and science but there is hardly any in depth study of spiritual knowledge, we fail to delve deep into things.
The inner eye of man is in a state of hibernation, it is dormant in most of us. The increase in crime and atrocious behavior, the moral degradation of man, the depredation and ravages worldwide are heralding the rise of evil and ominous , such negative aspects are considered as the Ashur of modern times but our inner knowledge, our spirituality symbolically represent the divine force of Ma Durga who battle against hindrances and hardships. Our spiritual awakening is necessary to welcome the auspicious moments in our life. The inner eye is powerful and is capable of incapacitating the negative forces of human life.

Salt Lake Laboni Estate Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Rajdanga Nabodoy Sangha Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Bosepukur Sitala Mandir Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Bosepukur Sitala Mandir's theme is termed as UTSHOSHAKTI (The Source of Power). Biswanath Dey the theme- maker explains the concept in details. Reciting and chanting the slokas and mantras of Ma Durga makes one feel knowledgeable, divine and causes spiritual upliftment and elevation of the human soul and She dwells within the inner recesses of human psyche in her JYOTIRMOYEE avatar. Mahishasur symbolizes evil and negativity, decay and destruction and hinders development and progress. Man venerates the Goddess by showing profound religious devotion and respect and acquires power to fight against all kinds of turmoil and turbulence.
The wheel of civilization and human power together shall be able to overcome all hindrances by invoking Goddess Durga. Human power is depicted and demonstrated through Rickshaw , a vehicle that is run by the power of the wheel and power of Man and the source of this power is Devi Durga. Its understood that the winner of last year's fourteen awards is planning to transfix the gaze of the Bengalees in their sixty- third year again by the dint of their uniqueness.

Bosepukur Talbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Bosepukur Talbagan in 2012 made their theme on Handicraft of Andhrapradesh. Kalamkari art, Kondapolli toys, metal ware of Pembarthi are used to embellish the Pandal being carved out of wood and bamboos. The enhancing effulgence of colours and the characters that emerge on cotton fabric, help to create a resplendent spread. Kalamkari art is unique in its use of colour as a medium to portray mythological characters similarly in Bosepukur Talbagan Durga Puja 2012 Kalamkari is used to convey the stories of Ramayanas and Puranas . Kondapolli toys are quite pre- dominant in the world of handicraft.
Nimble fingered artisans carve with aplomb, as characters emerge and evolve from light soft wood but Kondapolli toys irrespective of its popularity in the world market is languishing under abject poverty and the condition of the artisans is deplorable. Pembarthi metal crafts is famed world wide for its unmatched Brassware tradition. Bosepukur Talbagan has attempted to give a boost and re-invigorate these popular Andhra arts with the only intention of rescuing these artists from pitiable state and subsequently save the art and artists from being obliterated and exterminated.

Kasba Renaissance Club Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Kasba R K Chatterjee Lane Adhibasibrinda Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

Santoshpur Lake Pally Sarbojanin Durgotsav:

With the passage of time and with the advancement, reformation and progression of civilization in leaps and bounds, it appears that our predicament, tribulation and discontentment have also multiplied. There have been a radical and drastic change in the complexion of society. Apparently it seems that man has lost his social and moral values because of this fast modern life and to utter chagrin and disappointment, in many situations loss of social values and responsibilities have also become noticeable. Society is no longer pure and pristine rather a desolate and barren future is awaiting to embrace us.

The loss of ethical and humanitarian values are gradually accelerating the process of destruction and devastation. So in order to awaken a deep sense of spiritual conviction and redemption , Santoshpur Lake Pally Durga Pujo 2012 would present Abokkhoyer Andhokare Shantir Stob , it is a simple prayer to Ma Durga so that She takes measure to re- establish peace, harmony in society and make it a place worthy for living beings, a society where there is mutual love and respect and people regard the societal and ethical norms and pay importance to the codes of moralities existing in our society. Its about praying to Ma Durga so that she restores our lost virtues and makes life joyful and jubilant.

The Durga Protima in Santoshpur Lake Pally 2012 resembles the typical idol in ancient Hindu temples. From a distance the Pandal would bear the impression of a lotus but not in totality. The theme maker has added his masterly touches in devising the Pandal structure and some inspiration from Modern Art has also been drawn. The Pandal walls are designed with paintings of variety that are providing appropriate justification to the theme and the chant of Om Shanti which is a part of Hindu life and culture shall also be perceived in the Durga Pujo Mandap.

Santoshpur Adi Sarbojanin Durgotsav: