• By Abhirupa Kundu
  • Sat, 11 Nov 2023 06:13 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Kali Puja 2023: Kali Puja which will be celebrated on the same day as Diwali this year on November 12, marks the worship of the Goddess of Kali and is also known as Shyama Puja. Devotees of Goddess Kali around the country celebrate the auspicious day by worshipping the deity of strength and courage. Kali Puja is celebrated primarily in West Bengal, Assam, Odisha and also in the neighbouring countries of Bangladesh and Nepal. In Hindu mythology, Kali Puja marks the celebration of Goddess Kali's victory over the demon Raktabija.

The rituals or ceremonies usually are held in the evening and continue till late at night. This year, the Amavasya Tithi begins from 2:44 pm on Sunday and will continue till 2:56 pm on November 13.

If You Are Looking To Visit A Kali Puja Pandal In Delhi-NCR, Here Are The Top Five Places That You Must Go:

1. Noida Kalibari: Located in Noida's Sector 26, this holy place has organised Durga Puja and Kali Puja every year since the 1980s. The nearest metro to the Kalibari is Noida Sector 16 and Noida Sector 18 on the Blue Line.

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2. Chittaranjan Park or CR Park Kalibari, Delhi

CR Park which is also known as the mini Bengal hosts a large number of people during the Kali Puja festivities and is the perfect place to visit if you are a Bengali residing outside West Bengal. The nearest metro is Nehri Place on the violet line

3. Dwarka Kalibari

Situated in Dwarka's Sector 12, this is your go-to place if you want to witness Kali Puja celebrations this year. To reach get down at the nearest Dwarka Sector 14 metro station.

4. Gurgaon Kalibari

Celebrate Kali Pujo at Gurugram's New Palam Vihar if you are a resident of Gurgaon. The nearest metros are Ashram on the Pink Line and Palam on the Magenta Line.

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5. New Delhi Kalibari

Oldest in the national capital, the shrine is situated in Delhi's Mandir Marg area. To visit get down at RK Ashram metro station on Blue Line.