Pujo ParikramaOpen appBehala Friends Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Behala Friends (বেহালা ফ্রেন্ডস) is a Durga Puja pandal in Behala & New Alipore, Kolkata. A consistent theme puja near Behala Chowrasta. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Taratala on the Purple Line, about 12 minutes' walk (504 m). Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to Behala Young Men's Association, about 8 minutes away. It won the Asian Paints Sharad Shamman 2025, Best Puja.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Panchanantala Lane, Behala, Kolkata 700034
- Area
- Behala & New Alipore (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- theme pandal
- Popularity
- 4 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 20 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Taratala, Purple Line · 504 m, 12 min walk
- Awards
- Asian Paints Sharad Shamman 2025, Best Puja (theme: Nobanno). All winners
- Coordinates
- 22.50350, 88.31850
- Driving
- Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Behala Young Men's Association: 8 min walk (330 m) · theme: Chhuti
- Behala Club: 12 min walk (480 m) · theme: Tel
- Behala 11 Pally Club: 13 min walk (547 m) · theme: Gond art
Food nearby
- Eatelicious: Tea, Coffee · 7 min walk
- Haji Saheb: Meals · 11 min walk
- Panna Sweets: Indian meals · 12 min walk
- Behala Chowrasta Stalls: Moghlai paratha, Rolls, Mishti · 12 min walk
Parking
- Behala Bazar Metro (Purple Line) · 1.3 km, 31 min walk · ₹20–40
Help nearby
- Hospital: Bp Poddar Hospital And Medical Research Ltd · 1.7 km, 41 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Behala Thana · 52 m, 1 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Behala & New Alipore
Suruchi Sangha, Behala Notun Dal, Behala Sahajatri, Barisha Club, Behala Ajeya Sanghati, Behala Club, Naskarpur Sarbojanin, Bakultala Sarbojanin
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | very crowded |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | very crowded |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Behala Friends?
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 Behala Friends by metro?
Get off at Taratala (Purple Line). It is about 504 m away, roughly 12 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Behala Friends?
The nearest listed parking is Behala Bazar Metro (Purple Line), 1.3 km away. Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
What can I eat near Behala Friends?
Within walking distance: Eatelicious (Tea, Coffee); Haji Saheb (Meals); Panna Sweets (Indian meals).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Behala Friends?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).