Durga Puja 2026: 6 Beautiful Pandals In Mumbai That You Should Not Miss
\n\nMumbai’s Bengali community has been putting up Durga Puja pandals since well before independence, and the city’s festivities today sit somewhere between Kolkata-style tradition and Bollywood glamour, given how many film and music names are tied to the older pujas here. Several of these pandals have run for decades without a break, passed down from one generation of organisers to the next, which is part of why they draw such loyal crowds year after year. If you’re not heading east for the festival this year, these six pandals are worth the trip.
\n\nTraditional idols of Goddess Durga remain central to the festival, reflecting the devotion, artistry and cultural heritage associated with the annual celebrations. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nThe Bengal Club, Shivaji ParkWhile the club itself dates back to 1922, its highly anticipated public festival is celebrating its 91st Durgotsav edition, making it one of the oldest active Durga Puja venues in Mumbai. The puja sticks closely to traditional Bengali customs rather than reinventing itself every year, and its grand aarti is considered one of the bigger draws, pulling in both regulars and first-time visitors curious about the…
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