Pujo ParikramaOpen appEkdalia Evergreen Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Ekdalia Evergreen (একডালিয়া এভারগ্রিন) is a Durga Puja pandal in Gariahat & Ballygunge, Kolkata, established in 1943. A huge traditional idol in a temple-replica pandal. A South Kolkata staple. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Ballygunge Junction (Suburban) on the suburban line, about 16 minutes' walk (654 m). Plan about 25 minutes inside, then walk on to Singhi Park, about 7 minutes away.
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2026 theme: Somnath
সোমনাথ. The pandal is a replica of Gujarat's Somnath Temple, in the club's 84th year. As reported by kolkatatvonline.in; themes can change before the puja.
Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Somnath (সোমনাথ)
- Address
- Suren Tagore Road, Ballygunge, Kolkata 700029
- Area
- Gariahat & Ballygunge (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- traditional idol, grand scale
- Established
- 1943
- Popularity
- 5 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 am
- Time inside
- about 25 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Ballygunge Junction (Suburban), suburban · 654 m, 16 min walk
- Autos
- Gariahat More ↔ Jadavpur 8B Bus Stand; Rashbehari More ↔ Gariahat More; Gariahat More ↔ Kasba
- WBTC tour
- AC tram parikrama, 17, 18 and 20 October (₹800 per person). Routes and booking
- Coordinates
- 22.52125, 88.36596
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Singhi Park: 7 min walk (303 m) · theme: Bastar
- Gariahat Sarbojanin Durgotsab: 11 min walk (441 m)
- Hindustan Club: 14 min walk (584 m)
Food nearby
- Mirch Masala: North Indian, Burger, Pizza · 6 min walk
- Gariahat Mor Street Food: Egg chicken roll, Chowmein, Momo · 8 min walk
- Tasty Corner: Pizza · 9 min walk
- 7th Mandeville Multi Cuisine Restro: Burger, Pizza · 10 min walk
Parking
- Lake Mall (Rashbehari) · 1.8 km, 45 min walk · ₹40–60/hr
- Quest Mall (Ballygunge Circular Rd) · 2.0 km, 48 min walk · ₹50/hr
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 519 m, 13 min walk
- Hospital: Regal Nursing home · 1.6 km, 38 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Gariahat Police Station · 132 m, 3 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Gariahat & Ballygunge
Singhi Park, Hindustan Park Sarbojanin, Jodhpur Park, Babubagan Sarbojanin, Hindustan Club, Gariahat Sarbojanin Durgotsab, Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin, Sanghati Puja Samiti
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 | very crowded |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | busy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ekdalia Evergreen?
5–9 am 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 Ekdalia Evergreen by metro?
Get off at Ballygunge Junction (Suburban) (suburban). It is about 654 m away, roughly 16 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Ekdalia Evergreen?
The nearest listed parking is Lake Mall (Rashbehari), 1.8 km away. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Ekdalia Evergreen?
Within walking distance: Mirch Masala (North Indian, Burger); Gariahat Mor Street Food (Egg chicken roll, Chowmein); Tasty Corner (Pizza).
What is the 2026 theme at Ekdalia Evergreen?
Somnath (সোমনাথ). The pandal is a replica of Gujarat's Somnath Temple, in the club's 84th year. This is as reported in the press; themes can change before the puja.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Ekdalia Evergreen?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).