Kolkata's Durga Puja is a colourful festival that showcases the city's rich and creative heritage. Every year, craftsmen and designers create elaborate themes, transforming them into mesmerising works of art.

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A Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata replicates the underwater metro, showcasing realistic interiors including escalators and seats.

Kolkata: The image shows the creative metro-themed Durga Puja pandal. (Pic credit: X/@abirghoshal) Durga Puja is one of the most revered festivals that celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the shape-changing demon Mahishasura.