Archive · 28 Jan 2026

Mathurapur's 'Bhanga Mela' offers broken treasures

Mathurapur's 'Bhanga Mela' offers broken treasures

Imagine a big fair where people sell old and broken things like furniture, electronics, and clothes.

This fair is called 'Bhanga Mela' and it happens in a place called Mathurapur, which is about 60 km away from Kolkata.

People come from far and wide to buy these items at a lower price.

Some items are repaired and polished by skilled artisans before being sold.

The fair is not only a place to find bargains but also a place where you can find unique and interesting items that tell stories of the past.

However, not all items find buyers and eventually become trash.

The fair is a mix of old and new, with temporary stalls selling bright and brand-new plastic items, food, and blankets.

It's a unique experience that attracts more people every year, thanks to social media reels.

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