‘Chhobi-o-Chhondo’ | Tracing Pre-Pujo Images and Rhythms with Jayanto Banerjee
Schedule
Sat, 20 Sep, 2025 at 10:00 am
UTC+05:30Location
Durgotsav Greater Kailash - II | New Delhi, DL
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When dhaak beats echo, dhunuchi smoke swirls, and colors of festivity fill the air- Durga Puja comes alive. Join us at GK-2 for a special pre-pandal walk with Jayanto Banerjee, where rituals, stories, and artistry reveal the soul of Pujo before the celebrations begin.Light snacks included
Walk Led By: Jayanto Banerjee
Location: GK-2 Pandal
Date: Saturday, 20th September 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Meeting Point: Kali Bari Mandir, CR Park
About the Walk:
As the city prepares to welcome Goddess Durga, join us for an immersive walk through the festive neighborhoods of Chittaranjan Park and Durgostab GK-2. Led by renowned cartoonist Jayanto Banerjee, the walk blends art, history, and lived traditions of the Bengali community in Delhi. This trail will explore how Durga Puja in the capital has evolved over the decades, while also providing participants with space to observe, reflect, and engage with its cultural heartbeat.
Walk Highlights:
Introduction to how the Durga Puja tradition took root in Northern India, particularly Delhi, and the role of community associations in shaping its growth.
A pause at Kalibari for participants to sit back, observe, and reimagine the festive atmosphere through their own creative lens.
Visit to the artist’s studio at the old Chandralok Cinema, offering insights into the artistic practice and engagement with the Puja spirit.
Trail concludes at the Durgotsab GK-2 Puja Pandal, featuring a short interaction with the organizing committee.
Learn about this year’s theme and get a glimpse into the traditions of bonedi pujo culture.
Go back home- Send us a picture of your sketch- Jayanto will select the best 10 and it will be featured on Toc’s social handles
About Qissa Go:
A Lucknow native and alumnus of Christ Church School, Jayanto Banerjee began freelancing as a teenager before establishing himself at Target. Over the years, his witty, sharp, and evocative cartoons have appeared across leading publications. At the India Today Group, he contributed extensively to design and illustration projects spanning politics, business, and lifestyle, with many of his editorial cartoons also featuring in The India Today Book of Cartoons (2000).
He later worked with The Asian Age and retired from the Hindustan Times, where his work was a blend of satire, humor, and keen social observation.
Key Takeaways:
To understand the historical evolution of Durga Puja in Northern India.
To create space for artistic observation and re-imagining of traditional rituals.
To engage directly with artists, organizers, and community members sustaining these traditions.
Recommendations and Instructions for Participants.
Comfortable walking shoes and attire suited to the weather are advised.
It is recommended to bring a water bottle to ensure hydration during the walk.
Carrying an umbrella, a hat, or sunglasses is suggested for protection against weather conditions.
Please arrive at the starting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Please note: The ticket price includes light snacks and stationary cost required for the optimum experience.
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Where is it happening?
Durgotsav Greater Kailash - II, 86, Block A, Chittaranjan Park, Delhi 110019, India, New DelhiEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
