Pujo ParikramaOpen appNew Town AE Block Puja Committee Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
New Town AE Block Puja Committee (নিউ টাউন এ ই ব্লক পুজো কমিটি) is a Durga Puja pandal in New Town, Kolkata. A puja in New Town. Pin is approximate (centre of Action Area I); ask locally for the exact lane. 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, Salt Lake Sector V, is 3.4 km away, so take an auto, bus or cab. Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to New Town CE Block Cultural Association, about 0 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Action Area I, New Town 700162 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- New Town (East Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 3 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Salt Lake Sector V, Green Line (East–West Metro) · 3.4 km (too far to walk: take an auto, bus or cab)
- Coordinates
- 22.58070, 88.46238 (approximate)
- Driving
- Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- New Town CE Block Cultural Association: 0 min walk (0 m)
- New Town DB Block Sarbojanin: 0 min walk (0 m)
- New Town Sarbojanin Durgotsav Samiti: 34 min walk (1.4 km)
Food nearby
No eateries listed within walking distance.
Parking
No parking listed nearby; come by metro.
Help nearby
- Hospital: Tarulia Upashasthya Kendra · 2.2 km, 54 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in New Town
New Town Sarbojanin Durgotsav Samiti, New Town CE Block Cultural Association, New Town DB Block Sarbojanin, Balaka Abasan Puja Committee
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 New Town AE Block Puja Committee?
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 New Town AE Block Puja Committee by metro?
There is no metro within walking distance. The nearest station is Salt Lake Sector V (Green Line (East–West Metro)), 3.4 km away; take an auto, bus or cab from there.
Where can I park near New Town AE Block Puja Committee?
There is no listed parking nearby. Driving is manageable; use the parking listed below.
What can I eat near New Town AE Block Puja Committee?
No eateries are listed within walking distance.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at New Town AE Block Puja Committee?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).