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Discover the Spirit of Durga Puja

Join Us in This Historic Celebration of Strength, Empowerment, and Unity!

FREE EVENT - No need to book just come along

Visit the Durga Puja art installation in Queensgate on Saturday 22nd March - Thursday 22nd April

In Collaboration with:
  • Heritage Bengal Global
  • Bengali Sanskriti Club Peterborough
  • Nene Park Trust

Event Highlights:
  • Inauguration at 2:00 PM: Official unveiling of the Maa Durga Art Installation.
  • Cultural Program (2:30 PM – 3:30 PM): Traditional Durga Puja dances, music, and speeches.
  • Open Exhibition: Discover the history of Durga Puja, with craft-making sessions by Nene Park Trust.
  • Unique Durga Idol: Commissioned by Lalbaba Rice for the London Thames Durga Parade 2024, created from recycled materials by students of Techno India Fashion School in Kolkata.
  • Event Closes at 3:30 PM: The installation remains on display for an entire month.

Celebrate the Spirit of Durga Puja!
  • Embrace Culture – Learn about Durga Puja - a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage tag event, it's rich history and significance.
  • Sustainability in Art – Explore an eco-friendly Durga idol made from recycled materials.
  • Engage with Tradition – Enjoy performances and craft-making activities.
  • Durga: Symbol of Women's Strength and Empowerment – Maa Durga embodies the courage, strength, and resilience of women everywhere, inspiring empowerment and equality.

About the event

Join Us in This Historic Celebration of Strength, Empowerment, and Unity!


Event Information

When
  • 22 Mar 2025 - 22 Apr 2025 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
  • Queensgate Shopping Centre, Long Causeway, Peterborough, UK

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