Khelat Ghosh family celebrates 165th year of Durga Puja

​​There are only a few days left in hand, after which Durga Puja will start. And in the midst of the theme puja of Durga Puja, the worship of Banedi Ghar seems to be losing some of its charm. However, over the years, members of several Banedi households in Kolkata have been worshipping the mother, maintaining their tradition. Just like the Puja of the Ghosh family. Located at Pathuriaghata in north Kolkata, the residence probably houses the largest 'Tagore Dalan' in the city. 

The marble corridor, over 80 feet long, and the Grand Dancing Hall (now the Khelat Ghosh Memorial Hall) are spectacular. A unique feature of the puja is the extinction of the nine leaves used in the navapatrika or rituals at home. There is also a tradition of giving homemade sweets to the goddess. This year, the puja entered its 165th year.