The Debi Protima (idol along with the embellishments) is placed under huge temporary canopies, which are made using a framework of bamboo poles draped with colourful fabric. With time, however, the definition of pandals has evolved into something much grander, with the entire setup based on different themes concerning the mythology, environment, social occurrences, world…

There are two kinds of embellishments that are created for the crown of Maa Durga’s pratima: Sholar saaj or Daker saaj, of which the former is popularly known as one of the most beautiful handicrafts of West Bengal. The intricate head-gears of to-be-wed couples, embellished animals, peacock boats, palanquins, the much revered 'daak -er shaaj'…