South City Durga Puja 2025: Sep27th-Oct2nd

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"Where Tradition Meets Togetherness"

Discover the Myth, Celebrate the Goddess

Dear friend,

As the rhythms of the dhaak echo closer and the scent of shiuli fills the air, this is a reminder … the time to come together to celebrate Ma Durga — not just as a deity, but as a powerful symbol of hope, strength, and divine feminine energy… is less than two weeks away.

But do you know the legend behind her?

The Story of Ma Durga
Long ago, a powerful demon named Mahishasura terrorized the heavens and the earth. Invincible to any man, he was granted a boon by the gods — but his arrogance grew, and chaos followed. In their desperation, the gods united their divine energies, and from that cosmic blaze arose Ma Durga, a warrior goddess with ten arms, riding a lion, armed with celestial weapons.

For nine days, she fought the demon and his monstrous army. On the tenth day — Vijayadashami, she triumphed, restoring peace and balance to the universe.

Ma Durga represents Shakti — the power within us all to overcome darkness with courage, compassion, and unity.

Join Us in Celebration - South City Complex Puja Mandap (at the CA2 site)
Panchami(‘Ananda-mela’) to Dashami | 27^th September–2nd October 2025

Cultural Events • Food Stalls • Pandal Darshan • Anjali • Sindoor Khela • Dhunuchi Naach • and more!

 

Let’s celebrate not just a festival, but our community, our heritage, and the eternal power of good over evil.

Stay tuned for the full event schedule in your inboxes and on the notice boards!

Come with family, come with friends — come home to Ma.

— South City Dussehra Celebrations and Cultural Association (‘SCDCCA’)

[posted by A. Sengupta, D3-1003, on behalf of SCDCCA]