Mahalaya marks the arrival of Durga Puja through timeless melodies, devotional chants and memories of home. Debir Pothe | Walking with the Devi invites you to experience this spirit through the vibrant Bengali neighbourhood of Chittaranjan Park (CR Park).

Walk Route:

Starting Point: Main Kali Bari, I Block, CR Park, New Delhi

Stop 1: Kali Bari Mandir — discover the neighbourhood’s spiritual traditions.

Stop 2: Puja and community spaces — explore the cultural life of CR Park.

Stop 3: Probash and the neighbourhood’s lanes — uncover local stories, architecture and Bengali heritage.

Stop 4: A surprise pitstop offering a glimpse into traditional Bengali zamindari-style Puja.

Ending: A relaxed adda over cha and traditional Bengali breakfast.

Along the way, experience an immersive soundscape of Mahishasura Mardini, Agomoni songs, dhak and devotional chants, followed by conversations about Mahalaya, cultural memory and the feeling of home away from home.

Join us for a morning of stories, traditions and discovery as we explore how Bengali culture continues to thrive in the heart of Delhi.