Pujo ParikramaOpen appR K Chatterjee Sarbojanin Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin () is a Durga Puja pandal in Gariahat & Ballygunge, Kolkata. A neighbourhood puja in Gariahat, listed on OpenStreetMap. 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 (671 m). Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to Bosepukur Sitala Mandir, about 17 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Banku Bihari Chatterjee Road, Ruby Park, Kasbah North, Kolkata 700042
- Area
- Gariahat & Ballygunge (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 2 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Ballygunge Junction (Suburban), suburban · 671 m, 16 min walk
- Autos
- Gariahat More ↔ Kasba
- Coordinates
- 22.51768, 88.37826
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Bosepukur Sitala Mandir: 17 min walk (685 m)
- Dhakuria Sarbojanin: 26 min walk (1.1 km)
- Babubagan Sarbojanin: 27 min walk (1.1 km)
Food nearby
- Sampa Snacks: Rolls, Snacks · 4 min walk
- The Tasty Bytes: Rolls, Snacks · 7 min walk
Parking
No parking listed nearby; come by metro.
Help nearby
- Hospital: Regal Nursing home · 2.1 km, 50 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Gariahat Police Station · 1.4 km, 35 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Gariahat & Ballygunge
Ekdalia Evergreen, Singhi Park, Hindustan Park Sarbojanin, Jodhpur Park, Babubagan Sarbojanin, Hindustan Club, Gariahat Sarbojanin Durgotsab, Adi Ballygunge Sarbojanin
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 R K Chatterjee 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 R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin by metro?
Get off at Ballygunge Junction (Suburban) (suburban). It is about 671 m away, roughly 16 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin?
There is no listed parking nearby. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin?
Within walking distance: Sampa Snacks (Rolls, Snacks); The Tasty Bytes (Rolls, Snacks).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at R K Chatterjee Sarbojanin?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).