Kendua Shanti Sangha Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Kendua Shanti Sangha (কেন্দুয়া শান্তি সংঘ) is a Durga Puja pandal in Jadavpur & Santoshpur, Kolkata. A Garia theme puja on Kendua Main Road. Pin is approximate (Kendua, near Kavi Nazrul metro); ask locally for the lane. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Kavi Nazrul on the Blue Line, about 11 minutes' walk (446 m). Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to Patyuli Sarbojanin, about 12 minutes away.
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2026 theme: Aishwaryi
ঐশ্বর্যী. The puja's 53rd year. As reported by culturetoday.in; themes can change before the puja.
Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Aishwaryi (ঐশ্বর্যী)
- Address
- Kendua Main Road, Baghajatin, Kolkata 700084 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- Jadavpur & Santoshpur (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
- Kavi Nazrul, Blue Line · 446 m, 11 min walk
- Autos
- Jadavpur 8B Bus Stand ↔ Garia More
- Coordinates
- 22.46800, 88.38200 (approximate)
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Patyuli Sarbojanin: 12 min walk (487 m)
- Rabindra Pally Sarbojanin: 39 min walk (1.6 km)
- Naktala Udayan Sangha: 42 min walk (1.7 km)
Food nearby
- A1 Fast Food Centre: Rolls, Snacks · 12 min walk
- Aminia: Indian meals, Ice cream · 15 min walk
- Sushma Tea Stall: Tea, Coffee · 15 min walk
Parking
No parking listed nearby; come by metro.
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 955 m, 23 min walk
- Hospital: Hindustan Health Point Pvt Ltd · 1.1 km, 27 min walk (emergency department)
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Jadavpur & Santoshpur
Santoshpur Lake Pally, Madhya Garfa Sarbojanin, Shahidnagar Sarbojanin, Mukundapur Sarbojanin, Poddar Nagar Sarbojanin, Rabindra Pally Sarbojanin, Selimpur Pally, Santoshpur Trikon Park
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | very crowded |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kendua Shanti Sangha?
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 Kendua Shanti Sangha by metro?
Get off at Kavi Nazrul (Blue Line). It is about 446 m away, roughly 11 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Kendua Shanti Sangha?
There is no listed parking nearby. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Kendua Shanti Sangha?
Within walking distance: A1 Fast Food Centre (Rolls, Snacks); Aminia (Indian meals, Ice cream); Sushma Tea Stall (Tea, Coffee).
What is the 2026 theme at Kendua Shanti Sangha?
Aishwaryi (ঐশ্বর্যী). The puja's 53rd year. This is as reported in the press; themes can change before the puja.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Kendua Shanti Sangha?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).