According to mythology, it is said that Mahishasura, who was a demon, after years of worship and austerity finally got the opportunity to request Brahma for a boon. The boon was that no man or god will be able to kill him. After this boon, Mahishasura swelled with pride and being invincible, he took disadvantage of his powers and started spreading terror and damage.
Durga Puja is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in India. It marks the celebration of Goddess Durga and the triumph of good over evil. Celebrated usually during September-October, this festival is widely celebrated all over India with different rituals. It is a four-day festival which is dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga.
They also provide vegetarian food free of cost during lunch in the dining hall. If you\u2019d like to parcel the meal, you need to pay Rs 20 for the container. After 7 pm, you can indulge in some delicious Bengali delicacies, especially sweets made by home chefs. The pandal witnesses an average footfall of 5,000 daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Bengal Association Puja, T Nagar its situated at 29, Giri Road, T.Nagar, Chennai 600017, was registered as a society on 1st March\u2019 1929. The founder members started the Association with the objective of pursuing social, cultural and charitable activities, and providing temporary accommodation to pilgrims. This Puja venue is famous for here lots of artisans of the Durga Idol and the all performers come down to chennai form Kolkata every year.
It takes a month to make the idol and they do it with much precision. Even the priests are from Kolkata. Also, we have recently adopted green initiatives. We stopped using water bottles. Most of the items used to distribute food are eco-friendly,\u201d said Soumya Guha Thakurtam secretary of the association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n