Chandannagar Durga Puja 2026
The former French enclave of Chandannagar on the Hooghly contributes its French-heritage and Jagaddhatri-heritage pandals. Durga Puja Guide tracks 2 pandals in Chandannagar — every one listed below with its theme, address and live crowd status. Tap any pandal for timings, directions and photos.
Planning your visit
Durga Puja 2026 runs 16–21 October (Maha Shashthi to Vijaya Dashami), with the peak on Ashtami, Monday 19 October. Most visitors walk this belt in one evening — the pandals are dense — and use the Kolkata Metro for longer jumps. Check the metro guide and the pandal-hopping routes before you head out, and verify live crowd levels on each pandal page.
All Chandannagar pandals (2)
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Chandannagar Durga Puja — Frequently asked questions
When is Durga Puja 2026 in Chandannagar?
Durga Puja 2026 runs 16–21 October — Maha Shashthi Friday 16 October to Vijaya Dashami Wednesday 21 October, with the peak on Ashtami (Monday 19 October). The dates apply across Kolkata and all of West Bengal.
How many pandals are there in Chandannagar?
Durga Puja Guide tracks 2 pandals in Chandannagar, each with a verified name, area, theme, address and live crowd level.
What is the best time to visit Chandannagar pandals?
Morning Pushpanjali hours (07:00–10:00 AM) are quieter than the evening. Night visits are best after 08:00 PM for the lighting, but expect the biggest crowds at the named pandals.