Pujo ParikramaOpen appDurga Pujo Ground Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Durga Pujo Ground () is a Durga Puja pandal in Salt Lake, Kolkata. A neighbourhood puja in Salt Lake, listed on OpenStreetMap. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is City Centre on the Green Line (East–West Metro), about 12 minutes' walk (503 m). Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to FD Block Salt Lake, about 18 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Sector III, Bidhannagar 700097
- Area
- Salt Lake (East Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 2 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- City Centre, Green Line (East–West Metro) · 503 m, 12 min walk
- Autos
- Ultadanga ↔ Karunamoyee
- Coordinates
- 22.58419, 88.40413
- Driving
- Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- FD Block Salt Lake: 18 min walk (724 m) · theme: Gond art
- BJ Block Salt Lake: 31 min walk (1.3 km)
- AE Block Salt Lake: 32 min walk (1.3 km)
Food nearby
- Icy Fusion: Mishti, Sandesh · 5 min walk
- Mrs. Baker: Mishti, Sandesh · 7 min walk
- Afraa: Meals · 12 min walk
- Annapurna sweets: Mishti, Sandesh · 13 min walk
Parking
- City Centre 1 Parking · 636 m, 16 min walk · ₹40/hr
- Central Park Salt Lake (Puja Lot) · 1.2 km, 30 min walk · ₹30–50
Help nearby
- Hospital: Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals · 1.1 km, 28 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Ultadanga traffic guard · 1.1 km, 27 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, BJ Block Salt Lake, AE Block Salt Lake, CK Block Salt Lake, EE Block Salt Lake, IA Block Salt Lake
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 Durga Pujo Ground?
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 Durga Pujo Ground by metro?
Get off at City Centre (Green Line (East–West Metro)). It is about 503 m away, roughly 12 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Durga Pujo Ground?
The nearest listed parking is City Centre 1 Parking, 636 m away. Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
What can I eat near Durga Pujo Ground?
Within walking distance: Icy Fusion (Mishti, Sandesh); Mrs. Baker (Mishti, Sandesh); Afraa (Meals).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Durga Pujo Ground?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).