Archive · 28 Sep 2026
Durga Puja Shopping Crowds Fill Kolkata Malls and Bazaars
People in Kolkata are getting ready for Durga Puja, which is about three weeks away.
On Sunday, many families went shopping at malls and markets.
They bought clothes, shoes, jewellery and other items.
Some shoppers had to wait a long time to use trial rooms.
Families also ate at restaurants and food courts.
Shops in some areas stayed open longer because there were so many customers.
Many people still prefer shopping in person for the festival, even though online shopping is convenient.
Retailers expect even more shoppers next weekend.
Malls and markets across Kolkata stayed crowded on Sunday, with shoppers buying clothes, footwear and jewellery.
Retailers reported faster sales and busy trial rooms as Durga Puja approached.
Shoppers also spent time eating at restaurants and food courts during family outings.
Gariahat stores extended their hours, while Hatibagan saw slow traffic as shoppers occupied parts of the road.
Retailers expect the rush to intensify next weekend after salaries are credited.
- Who
- Families, shoppers and retailers in Kolkata.
- What
- Durga Puja shopping increased across malls, bazaars and retail stores.
- When
- On Sunday, about three weeks before Durga Puja; retailers expect heavier crowds next weekend.
- Where
- Kolkata, including Acropolis Mall, Gariahat, Hatibagan and South City Mall.
- Why
- The approaching festival and credited salaries are encouraging people to shop.
- Festival timing
- Durga Puja is about three weeks away.
- Shopping activity
- Clothing, footwear and jewellery stores reported strong customer traffic.
- Trial rooms
- Shoppers faced waits at busy department-store outlets.
- Gariahat hours
- One store extended closing time from 8:30pm to 9pm because of the rush.
- Hatibagan sales
- One women’s-wear store sold about 40 three-piece salwar suits by 4pm.
- Expected trend
- Retailers said next weekend could be busier after salaries are credited.