Cooch Behar Durga Puja 2026

Cooch Behar, in north Bengal, runs its own puja circuit through the town around New Cooch Behar Junction — nine tracked pandals: seven community barowari clubs (Bharat Club on Siliguri Road, Khagrabari Sporting Club, Rocky Club, Venus Square Club, Maitri Sangha, Guriahati Club and Netaji Square) alongside the bonedi bari pujas of Boro Devi Bari on Debi Bari Road and Madan Mohan Temple on MJN Road. Durga Puja Guide tracks 9 pandals in Cooch Behar — 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. Cooch Behar is far north of Kolkata, so plan it as a trip of its own rather than a day out from the city. New Cooch Behar Junction (NCB) is the main rail gateway, with Cooch Behar's old station closer in; from either one local autos, toto (e-rickshaws) and cabs run into town, where the pandals sit close enough to walk between. Check live crowd levels on each pandal page before setting out.

All Cooch Behar pandals (9)

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Cooch Behar Durga Puja — Frequently asked questions

When is Durga Puja 2026 in Cooch Behar?

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 Cooch Behar?

Durga Puja Guide tracks 9 pandals in Cooch Behar, each with a verified name, area, theme, address and live crowd level.

What is the best time to visit Cooch Behar 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.