Durga Puja 2026 Pandals In Delhi: Beyond CR Park; Top 7 Places For Authentic Bengali Celebrations

When you think of Durga Puja in Delhi, your mind will go straight to Chittaranjan Park (CR Park), which is also called Mini Kolkata in the national capital. But Delhi's Pujo celebration goes far beyond CR Park. The capital is home to some of the most beautiful celebrations for Durga Puja, also dating back to the 1900s.

Durga Puja 2026 Pandals In Delhi:

If you want to avoid the massive CR Park crowd and explore authentic celebrations, here are the top 7 pandals you must visit.

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1. Kashmere Gate Durga Puja (Delhi Durga Puja Samiti)

Established in 1910, this is Delhi’s oldest Durga Puja and is well known for Daaker Saaj idols and the iconic bullock cart procession during Dashami visarjan. The nearest metro station is Kashmere Gate or Civil Lines.

2. Minto Road Puja Samity

Established in 1940, Minto Road Puja Samity has a warm family-gathering atmosphere along with lively Dhunuchi Naach competitions. The nearest metro station for this location is Rajiv Chowk (Blue and Yellow Line).

3. Arambagh Durga Puja Samiti (Paharganj)

Arambagh Durga Puja Samiti is known for its grand scale, elaborate artistic infrastructure, and unique eco-friendly themes every year. The nearest metro station is RK Ashram Marg.

4. Timarpur & Civil Lines Puja Samity

Timarpur & Civil Lines Puja Samity is a beautiful celebration where you will see deep rooted traditions and vibrant Durga Puja festivities. The nearest metro station is Vishwavidyalaya or Civil Lines.

5. Greater Kailash (GK-2) Durga Puja

Greater Kailash (GK-2) Durga Puja is a vibrant Durga Puja celebration, where you will find a happening crowd, and it is also famous for its nutritious, health-conscious bhog prepared with organic ingredients and olive oil. The nearest metro station is Greater Kailash.

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6.  Ekotan Durga Puja Park

Located at Dwarka Sector 8, this puja pandal gives a festive vibe with vibrant local community pujas. This features daily aarti, cultural programs, and traditional food stalls. The nearest metro station to Dwarka Sector 8 is the Dwarka Sector 8 Metro Station.

7. Kali Bari Mayur Vihar Phase-1

Kali Bari Mayur Vihar Phase-1 provides a clean and culturally rich Durga Puja pandal, established in 1984. It focuses strictly on traditional Bengali rituals, and you will witness traditional dhunuchi naach, Rabindra Sangeet, and drama performances organised by local residents.

This year, before making plans to visit Durga Pandals, check our list. You will expect some crowd but do not forget to enjoy. Have some street food, authentic Bengali sweets and mela. 

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