Workers Prepare Puja Pandals Across Kolkata for Festival Season
· India · Outlook India, The Hindu
Workers in Kolkata are putting the finishing touches on elaborate Puja pandals ahead of the upcoming festival season. Artisans and laborers have spent weeks constructing the temporary structures that will house idols across various neighborhoods. The annual preparations involve intricate craftsmanship, bamboo framing, and decorative artwork funded by local community committees. These efforts transform city streets and public spaces into vibrant cultural hubs for millions of visitors.
Why it matters
The festive preparations support seasonal employment for thousands of local artisans and drive significant economic activity in Kolkata.
Read the original report — Outlook India
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