Pujo ParikramaOpen appBosepukur Sitala Mandir Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Bosepukur Sitala Mandir (বোসপুকুর শীতলা মন্দির) is a Durga Puja pandal in Kasba & Bosepukur, Kolkata. Famous for intricate material-based pandals. 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 1.3 km away, so take an auto, bus or cab. Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin, about 17 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Rash Behari Avenue Connector, Ruby Park East, Kushtia, Kolkata 700039
- Area
- Kasba & Bosepukur (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- theme pandal, art installation
- Popularity
- 4 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 20 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Ballygunge Junction (Suburban), suburban · 1.3 km (too far to walk: take an auto, bus or cab)
- Autos
- Gariahat More ↔ Kasba
- Coordinates
- 22.51916, 88.38474
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin: 17 min walk (685 m)
- Bosepukur Talbagan: 20 min walk (835 m)
- Rajdanga Naba Uday Sangha: 31 min walk (1.3 km)
Food nearby
- The Tasty Bytes: Rolls, Snacks · 11 min walk
- Thali: Meals · 14 min walk
- Naushijaan: Indian meals · 17 min walk
- Harvey's: Meals · 19 min walk
Parking
No parking listed nearby; come by metro.
Help nearby
- Hospital: Fortis Hospitals · 1.7 km, 41 min walk (emergency department)
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Kasba & Bosepukur
Bosepukur Talbagan, Rajdanga Naba Uday Sangha, Purbachal Sarbojanin, Purbachal Shakti Sangha
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 Bosepukur Sitala Mandir?
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 Bosepukur Sitala Mandir by metro?
There is no metro within walking distance. The nearest station is Ballygunge Junction (Suburban) (suburban), 1.3 km away; take an auto, bus or cab from there.
Where can I park near Bosepukur Sitala Mandir?
There is no listed parking nearby. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Bosepukur Sitala Mandir?
Within walking distance: The Tasty Bytes (Rolls, Snacks); Thali (Meals); Naushijaan (Indian meals).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Bosepukur Sitala Mandir?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).