Durga Puja

Durga Puja honours Goddess Durga; Gaudiya Vaishnavas understand her as the Lord's powerful material energy acting under His direction.

Significance of this day

The observance offers an opportunity to respect Durga Devi while remembering that liberation from material nature comes through surrender and devotion to Krishna.

How it is observed at ISKCON Asansol

• Devotees continue their regular worship of Krishna, chant the holy names and may hear teachings about Durga Devi's place in Vaishnava philosophy.

Dates follow the authentic Gaudiya Vaishnava calendar observed at ISKCON Mayapur, calculated for our region. Timings for fasting and breaking the fast are announced at the temple.