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The Kali Puja at Keoratala Maha Sasan is among the oldest in Kolkata, marking its 150th year of celebration this year. Keoratala Maha Sasan serves as a sacred cremation ground where Hindus perform their final rites. Because of its solemn isolation and spiritual potency, it has long been a favored site for Tantrik practices. Here, the Goddess is worshipped in her fierce black form, symbolizing mystery and divine power. The puja unfolds at midnight, surrounded by glowing pyres and the rhythm of ongoing cremation rituals, creating a haunting yet deeply devotional atmosphere. Situated along the banks of the ancient Adi Ganga—once a significant route linking Kolkata to the Sundarbans and onward to Bangladesh—the site carries layers of history and ritual depth. Devotees believe that the sacred fires must continue to burn throughout the puja, adding to the intensity and sanctity of the experience. Revered as Shoshan Kali, the Goddess of the Burning Ground, this puja remains one of the city’s most iconic and spiritually charged celebrations, drawing countless worshippers each year.