Pujo ParikramaOpen appBJ Block Salt Lake Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
BJ Block Salt Lake (বিজে ব্লক, সল্টলেক) is a Durga Puja pandal in Salt Lake, Kolkata. A spacious theme pandal with an easy walk from Central Park. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Karunamoyee on the Green Line (East–West Metro), about 20 minutes' walk (825 m). Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to EE Block Salt Lake, about 19 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- FE Block, Sector III, Bidhannagar 700106
- Area
- Salt Lake (East Kolkata)
- Known for
- theme pandal
- Popularity
- 4 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 20 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Karunamoyee, Green Line (East–West Metro) · 825 m, 20 min walk
- Buses
- FD Block: S-9 (6 min walk); FE Block: S-9 (9 min walk)
- Autos
- Ultadanga ↔ Karunamoyee
- Coordinates
- 22.58100, 88.41600
- Driving
- Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- EE Block Salt Lake: 19 min walk (792 m)
- FD Block Salt Lake: 24 min walk (975 m) · theme: Gond art
- IA Block Salt Lake: 26 min walk (1.1 km)
Food nearby
- Golden City: Chilli chicken · 11 min walk
- Central Park Mela Stalls: Fish fry, Kebab, Ice cream · 11 min walk
- Shiraz: Meals · 17 min walk
- Annapurna Sweets: Mishti, Sandesh · 17 min walk
Parking
- Central Park Salt Lake (Puja Lot) · 556 m, 14 min walk · ₹30–50
- City Centre 1 Parking · 1.2 km, 29 min walk · ₹40/hr
Help nearby
- Hospital: Anandalok Hospital, Salt Lake City · 848 m, 21 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: BIdhannagar North Police Station · 1.2 km, 30 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Salt Lake
FD Block Salt Lake, AE Block Salt Lake, CK Block Salt Lake, EE Block Salt Lake, IA Block Salt Lake, Durga Pujo Ground
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 BJ Block Salt Lake?
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 BJ Block Salt Lake by metro?
Get off at Karunamoyee (Green Line (East–West Metro)). It is about 825 m away, roughly 20 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near BJ Block Salt Lake?
The nearest listed parking is Central Park Salt Lake (Puja Lot), 556 m away. Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
What can I eat near BJ Block Salt Lake?
Within walking distance: Golden City (Chilli chicken); Central Park Mela Stalls (Fish fry, Kebab); Shiraz (Meals).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at BJ Block Salt Lake?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).