Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin () is a Durga Puja pandal in Gariahat & Ballygunge, Kolkata. A neighbourhood puja in Gariahat, listed on OpenStreetMap. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). There is no metro within walking distance: the nearest station, Ballygunge Junction (Suburban), is 1.4 km away, so take an auto, bus or cab. Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to 71 Pally Baishakhi Sarbojanin, about 18 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Bibhuti Bandopadhyay Sarani, Ballygunge, Kolkata 700019
- Area
- Gariahat & Ballygunge (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 2 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Ballygunge Junction (Suburban), suburban · 1.4 km (too far to walk: take an auto, bus or cab)
- Coordinates
- 22.53173, 88.37207
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- 71 Pally Baishakhi Sarbojanin: 18 min walk (755 m) · theme: Samudra Darpan
- Ekdalia Evergreen: 32 min walk (1.3 km) · theme: Somnath
- Singhi Park: 36 min walk (1.5 km) · theme: Bastar
Food nearby
- Bohemian: Burger, Pizza · 10 min walk
- 6 Ballygunge Place: Daab chingri, Bengali thali · 14 min walk
- Dhaba: Indian meals, Burger, Pizza · 18 min walk
Parking
- Quest Mall (Ballygunge Circular Rd) · 1.0 km, 25 min walk · ₹50/hr
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 876 m, 21 min walk
- Hospital: Regal Nursing home · 377 m, 9 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Gariahat Police Station · 1.4 km, 34 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Gariahat & Ballygunge
Ekdalia Evergreen, Singhi Park, Hindustan Park Sarbojanin, Jodhpur Park, Babubagan Sarbojanin, Hindustan Club, Gariahat Sarbojanin Durgotsab, Sanghati Puja Samiti
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin?
5–9 pm is the best slot. On Saptami, Ashtami and Navami the quietest window is 5–7 am; evenings from 6 pm to midnight are the busiest.
How do I reach Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin by metro?
There is no metro within walking distance. The nearest station is Ballygunge Junction (Suburban) (suburban), 1.4 km away; take an auto, bus or cab from there.
Where can I park near Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin?
The nearest listed parking is Quest Mall (Ballygunge Circular Rd), 1.0 km away. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin?
Within walking distance: Bohemian (Burger, Pizza); 6 Ballygunge Place (Daab chingri, Bengali thali); Dhaba (Indian meals, Burger).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).