In Photos: How Bhubaneshwar Celebrates Durga Puja

Here’s how the capital city of Odisha celebrated Durga Puja.

The Bomikhal Pandal in Bhubaneshwar.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Well, if you thought Durga Puja was only widely celebrated in Kolkata and West Bengal, then you’re royally wrong. Bengal’s neighbouring state (and roshogolla rival) Odisha, also celebrates the festival with equal creativity and fervour. Here is a look at some of the lovely pandals in and around the state’s capital – Bhubaneshwar.

1. Shaheednagar Puja Mandap

Shaheednagar Mandap(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Around 70ft high and 120ft wide the entry gate of the Shaheednagar Puja Mandap is a replica of the Chittorgarh Palace of Rajasthan. The idol has been decorated with silver filigree work ornaments

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

2. Jharpada Puja Mandap

The Jharpada Puja Mandap(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Jharpada Puja Mandap welcomes the visitors with a replica of the Albert Hall Museum building of Jaipur.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

3. Nayapalli Puja Samiti

The Nayapalli Puja(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

The Nayapalli Puja Samiti has created a 120ft wide structure of Italy’s famous Altare della Patria.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

4. Rasulgarh Puja Pandal

Rasulgarh Puja Pandal(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Rasulgarh Puja Pandal has created a structure depicting the Royal Albert Hall of London. The gate has been decorated with mirrors and artificial gem stones of different colours.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

5. Bomikhal Puja Mandap

The Bomikhal Puja Mandap(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Bomikhal Puja Mandap is a replica of London’s High Court of Justice building. The interiors of the mandap have been decorated with a craft-work of betel-nuts.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

6. Barmunda Puja Pandal

The Barmunda Puja Pandal(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

Barmunda Puja Pandal is a model of an imaginary palace. The entry gate stands out because of the adorable craftwork made from forks, spoons and small bowls.

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)

(Photo: Sahasranshu Mahapatra/The Quint)