Durga Puja: A Feeling of Hope Made Tangible There’s a moment during Durga Puja in Kolkata, usually around midnight, when the crowds swell to an almost impossible density. You’re moving, but not by your own volition. It’s a collective surge, a river of humanity flowing from one brilliantly lit pandal to the next. In that beautiful chaos, bathed in the incandescent glow of a thousand bulbs, you realize something profound: this isn't just a festival. It’s a feeling. It’s hope made tangible, shimmering in the night. For many, Durga Puja is the annual antidote to the mundane. It’s the breaking of routine, the unburdening of worries, and a chance to truly live in the present. And for a few days, Kolkata transforms into a wonderland, a city that doesn't just celebrate, but radiates. A Symphony of Senses Walk through any street in Kolkata during Puja, and your senses are immediately overwhelmed, in the best possi...
Yesterday, on 21st June 2025 , I had the incredible honor of being felicitated by Taaza TV at their annual Medha Samman ceremony — an unforgettable evening that recognized and celebrated academic excellence across West Bengal. Being selected as one of the Class XII board examinations toppers and then being called up on stage to receive the award, certificate, and gifts — in the presence of dignitaries, educators, and my fellow achievers — was a surreal and humbling experience. 🎓 What is Medha Samman ? Medha Samman is an inspiring initiative by Taaza TV , a reputed Hindi news and infotainment channel from Kolkata known for its local impact and celebration of talent. Every year, Taaza TV curates a list of the brightest students from across the state based on board results and honors them with a formal felicitation in Kolkata. This platform not only rewards academic performance but also instills motivation and pride in students and their families. Being a part of this legacy...