Pujo ParikramaOpen appObosor Sarbojanin Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Obosor Sarbojanin (অবসর সর্বজনীন) is a Durga Puja pandal in Bhowanipore & Elgin, Kolkata. A well-known puja in Bhowanipore. Pin is approximate (centre of Bhowanipore); ask locally for the exact lane. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Netaji Bhavan on the Blue Line, about 2 minutes' walk (83 m). Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to Bhowanipore 75 Pally, about 0 minutes away.
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2026 theme: Shanu Lahiri
A tribute to the artist Shanu Lahiri: her life, style and murals. As reported by sangbadpratidin.in; themes can change before the puja.
Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Shanu Lahiri
- Address
- Bhowanipore, Kolkata 700025 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- Bhowanipore & Elgin (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 3 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Netaji Bhavan, Blue Line · 83 m, 2 min walk
- Coordinates
- 22.53258, 88.34544 (approximate)
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Bhowanipore 75 Pally: 0 min walk (1 m)
- Rupchand Mukherjee Sarbojanin: 14 min walk (572 m)
- Bakulbagan Sarbojanin: 17 min walk (691 m)
Food nearby
- Sri Hari Mistanna Bhandar: Kochuri, Chholar dal, Jilipi · 3 min walk
- Bengali Sweets: Mishti, Sandesh · 5 min walk
- Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick: Nolen gur sandesh, Baked rosogolla, Mishti doi · 10 min walk
- Loading Tummy: Pizza, Burger, Sandwich · 13 min walk
Parking
- Forum Mall (Elgin Road) · 967 m, 24 min walk · ₹40–60/hr
- Lake Mall (Rashbehari) · 1.8 km, 44 min walk · ₹40–60/hr
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 273 m, 7 min walk
- Hospital: Sambhunath Pandit Hospital · 728 m, 18 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Bhowanipore Police Station · 663 m, 16 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Bhowanipore & Elgin
Maddox Square, Bhowanipore 75 Pally, Chakraberia Sarbojanin, Bakulbagan Sarbojanin, Kalighat Milan Sangha, Adi Sammilati Sarbojanin, Hazra Park Durgotsab, Bhowanipore Durgotsab
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 Obosor Sarbojanin?
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 Obosor Sarbojanin by metro?
Get off at Netaji Bhavan (Blue Line). It is about 83 m away, roughly 2 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Obosor Sarbojanin?
The nearest listed parking is Forum Mall (Elgin Road), 967 m away. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Obosor Sarbojanin?
Within walking distance: Sri Hari Mistanna Bhandar (Kochuri, Chholar dal); Bengali Sweets (Mishti, Sandesh); Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick (Nolen gur sandesh, Baked rosogolla).
What is the 2026 theme at Obosor Sarbojanin?
Shanu Lahiri. A tribute to the artist Shanu Lahiri: her life, style and murals. This is as reported in the press; themes can change before the puja.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Obosor Sarbojanin?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).