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Bengal Heritage Foundation celebrates

London Sharad Utsav 2026

  • Celebration
  • Community Gathering
  • Traditional Rituals
  • Cultural Performances

London Sharad Utsav is an annual festival organized by Bengali communities in London to celebrate the victory of Goddess Durga over evil. It features traditional rituals, cultural performances, music, and vibrant artistic displays, bringing people together to celebrate Bengali heritage and share the spirit of joy and devotion.

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Sashthi Pujo

Durga Pujo Sashthi Pujo marks the official commencement of the Durga Puja festivities, celebrated on the sixth day of the festival. It is dedicated to Goddess Sashthi, the protector of children, symbolizing her role in ensuring the well-being of families.

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Saptami/Ashtami/Navami Pujo

Saptami, Ashtami, and Navami Pujo are the pivotal days of Durga Puja, featuring elaborate rituals, vibrant cultural performances, and communal celebrations that honor Goddess Durga's power and grace.

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Sandhi Pujo

Durga Pujo Sandhi Pujo is a significant ritual that takes place at the intersection of Ashtami and Navami. This ceremony is performed at the precise moment when Ashtami ends, and the Navami begins, symbolizing the culmination of Goddess Durga's strength.

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Kumari Pujo

Durga Pujo Kumari Pujo is a unique and cherished ritual that involves the worship of young prepubescent girls, symbolizing the divine feminine energy of Goddess Durga. Typically performed on Ashtami, this ritual honors the belief that young girls embody the goddess's purity and innocence.

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Dashami Pujo

Dashami Pujo, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the concluding day of Durga Puja, celebrating the victory of Goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and is a day of both joy and sorrow.

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Arati

It is a sacred ritual performed during the Durga Puja festival, where devotees pay homage to Goddess Durga by offering light, typically from an oil lamp or diya, along with chants and hymns. The Arati is an integral part of the evening prayers, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere.

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Chandipath

Durga Pujo Chandipath refers to the recitation of the Chandi, a sacred scripture that narrates the glories and victories of Goddess Durga. This ritual is an integral part of the Durga Puja festivities, particularly during the Saptami, Ashtami, and Navami days.

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Bhog

The bhog typically includes a variety of vegetarian dishes, such as khichuri (a rice and lentil dish), labra (a mixed vegetable preparation), payesh (rice pudding), and various sweets like naru (coconut balls) and sandesh.

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Name: London Sharad Utsav Limited Sort Code: 23-05-80 Account No.: 28022594 Reference: PD26 For BHF LSU members, their families and friends only Multiple contributions are possible for all activities

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Sashti & Saptami (Fri, 16 OCT)
Ashtami (Sat, 17 OCT)
Nabami & Dashami (Sun, 18 OCT)
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