Archive · 1 Oct 2025
350-Year-Old Durga Puja Blends Traditions in Hooghly
Imagine a very old family celebration!
The Baksha Chaudhuri family in Hooghly, India, has been doing their Durga Puja for over 350 years.
It's a special event because it mixes two types of worship: Shakta and Vaishnavite.
They worship Durga, the goddess, but also honor Vishnu.
The family has a rich history, including a former finance minister.
The puja includes unique rituals and the family comes together to celebrate, keeping the traditions alive for future generations.
The Baksha Chaudhuri Bari Durga Puja has been celebrated for over 350 years.
The Puja blends Shakta and Vaishnavite traditions.
The family's ancestors were devotees of Lord Vishnu.
The family includes notable figures like Sachin Chaudhuri, India's first Bengali finance minister.
The celebration includes unique rituals and community involvement.
- Who
- Durga Maa and the Chaudhuri family
- What
- A Durga Puja celebration blending Shakta and Vaishnavite traditions
- When
- Ongoing for over 350 years
- Where
- Baksha Chaudhuri Bari in Janai, Hooghly
- Why
- To honor Durga, celebrate heritage, and maintain family traditions.
- Event
- Durga Puja
- Location
- Baksha Chaudhuri Bari, Janai, Hooghly
- Tradition Length
- 350+ years
- Key Feature
- Blends Shakta and Vaishnavite traditions
- Family Legacy
- Includes Sachin Chaudhuri, India's first Bengali finance minister
- Ritual
- Nabapatrika worship
