Pujo ParikramaOpen appRani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar) Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar) (রানি রাসমণির বাড়ি) is a Durga Puja pandal in College Street & Sealdah, Kolkata. A bonedi bari (family) puja in College St. Pin is approximate (centre of Taltala bazar); 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 Park Street on the Blue Line, about 21 minutes' walk (852 m). Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to Taltala Sarbojanin, about 11 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Janbazar, Tal Tala, Kolkata 700016 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- College Street & Sealdah (Central Kolkata)
- Known for
- bonedi bari (aristocratic family) puja, traditional idol
- Popularity
- 4 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 20 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Park Street, Blue Line · 852 m, 21 min walk
- Coordinates
- 22.55632, 88.35832 (approximate)
- Driving
- Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Taltala Sarbojanin: 11 min walk (442 m) · theme: Bangadarshan
- Park Street Allen Park Puja: 26 min walk (1.0 km) · theme: Tandav
- Santosh Mitra Square (Lebutala): 32 min walk (1.3 km) · theme: Vande Mataram
Food nearby
- Mocambo: Devilled crab, Fish a la diana, Baked Alaska · 15 min walk
- Kusum Rolls: Double egg chicken roll, Mutton roll, Paneer roll · 16 min walk
- Nahoum & Sons: Plum cake, Lemon tart, Cheese samosa · 17 min walk
- Peter Cat: Chelo kebab, Sizzlers · 17 min walk
Parking
- New Market Multi-level Parking · 800 m, 20 min walk · ₹30/hr
- Sealdah Station Parking · 1.7 km, 42 min walk · ₹30–60
Help nearby
- Public toilet: Pay Toilet · 329 m, 8 min walk
- Hospital: Institute Of Neurosciences Kolkata · 1.1 km, 27 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Park Street Police Station · 558 m, 14 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in College Street & Sealdah
Mohammad Ali Park, Chaltabagan Lohapatty, Simla Byayam Samity, College Square Sarbojanin, Santosh Mitra Square (Lebutala), Sealdah Railway Athletic Club, Chorbagan Sarbojanin, Taltala Sarbojanin
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 Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar)?
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 Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar) by metro?
Get off at Park Street (Blue Line). It is about 852 m away, roughly 21 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar)?
The nearest listed parking is New Market Multi-level Parking, 800 m away. Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
What can I eat near Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar)?
Within walking distance: Mocambo (Devilled crab, Fish a la diana); Kusum Rolls (Double egg chicken roll, Mutton roll); Nahoum & Sons (Plum cake, Lemon tart).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Rani Rashmoni Bari (Janbazar)?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).