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The holy festival of Shardiya Navratri and Durga Puja (Durga Puja 2026) is in full swing in the city of Nawabs, Lucknow. These days, the sight of Mini Kolkata can be clearly seen in the city of Lucknow, known for its historical buildings, sophistication and culture. The glittering light of grand and huge Durga Puja pandals established at various places has drenched the entire city with a devotional and sparkling atmosphere. This time, the puja committees of Lucknow have made such a miraculous and unique experiment in the construction of pandals and their theme that the local people and the devotees coming from far and wide are being forced to bite their teeth. At some places, replicas of imaginary palaces have been made, while at some places a wonderful confluence of environmental protection and India’s rich Vedic culture is being seen. As the evening approaches, crowds of people are gathering on the streets of the capital to worship Maa Durga. Let us know from the perspective of a local ground reporter which areas of Lucknow are most special for Durga Puja this time and what is the main feature of those pandals.
Whenever Durga Puja is mentioned in Lucknow, the name of the city’s oldest and historical ‘Bengali Club’ (Bengali Club, Shivaji Marg) first comes to mind. In this puja pandal, which has an age-old tradition, even today Goddess Durga is worshiped with pure Bengali style and Vedic customs. The beats of Dhak and the traditional Dhunuchi dance here mesmerize the devotees. On the other hand, the Durga Puja pandal of Model House is famous throughout Uttar Pradesh for its grandeur and carved artefacts. This time the structure of the pandal built in the Model House has been built on the lines of a giant South Indian temple, whose height and twinkling lights are attracting people’s attention. The fine workmanship carved in the statue of Maa Durga installed here is so alive that the people who visit it keep staring at the supernatural form of the mother for hours.
If you want to see modern art and a unique theme giving social message, then the puja pandal of Aliganj is the best stop for you. This year, Aliganj Durga Puja Committee has prepared a very beautiful and eco-friendly pandal on the theme of saving the environment and preserving the natural heritage. Bamboo, jute, earthen lamps and completely recyclable materials have been used to decorate this pandal, which is giving a big message to today’s young generation to connect with nature. Along with this, the Durga Puja pandal of ‘Ravindrapalli’ located in Indiranagar is also known for its cultural heritage. Every evening, cultural performances, Rabindra Sangeet and Dandiya Raas are being organized by famous artists from Kolkata, due to which the entire complex is seen colored in the colors of devotion and joy.
The Durga Puja pandals decorated in Gomti Nagar, the modern and posh area of the capital, are becoming brighter this time. This time a huge pandal has been constructed in Gomti Nagar on the lines of India’s famous Ram Temple and Kedarnath Dham, which looks very grand and supernatural from a distance. As the evening approaches, the water-proof lighting and 3D laser show remain the main center of attraction for the devotees. Similarly, in Jankipuram area, a huge fair has been organized around the decorated puja pandal, where there are huge swings for children, stalls of delicious Bengali food (like kathi roll, puchka and rasgulla) and handicraft shops. To maintain security, heavy force has been deployed by the police administration and the entire pandal complex is being monitored through CCTV cameras.
Durga Puja of Lucknow is not limited only to religious faith, but it has also become a huge celebration of taste and social interaction. After visiting the pandals, devotees are enjoying Lucknow’s famous chaat, Lucknowi kebab and Bengali sweets. Huge bhandaras and ‘Maha Bhog’ are organized by the puja committees on the day of Mahanavami, in which thousands of devotees consume the prasad. At the same time, preparations are also in full swing for the immersion of idols of Maa Durga on the banks of river Gomti on the day of Dashami. This Durga Puja of Lucknow is a symbol of unity, brotherhood and rich Indian culture which unites the city residents and drenches them in festive joy.