Kolkata: Welcoming the recognition with joy and enthusiasm by Sudip Chanda
Kolkata's Durga pujo was added to the list of Special Cultural Heritage at the 16th session of UNESCO held in Paris, France on 15 December. A message on social media said that Durga pujo was listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Welcoming the recognition with joy and enthusiasm. The Durga Puja of Kolkata has been awarded the UNESCO Intangible Heritage list by UNESCO. To celebrate that recognition, the organizers of various Pujo Committees of Kolkata marched on Wednesday. The walk from the front of the Academy of Fine Arts to Dorina Crossing. Balloons from various colourful posters thanking UNESCO, everything was present. In keeping with the joy of Pujo, this colourful procession goes on playing drums and drums. Even on the streets of Tilottama in the winter afternoon, everyone seems to be floating in the touch of light autumn. Shortly after Durga pujo was recognized by UNESCO, the Chief Minister tweeted that it was a moment of pride for Bengal. To every Bengali in the world, Durga pujo is much more emotional than a festival. Which unites everyone. Durga pujo has now been added to the list of special cultural heritage. We are all happy about this. The Prime Minister tweeted in Bengali. "It is a matter of pride and joy for every Indian," he said. Durga pujo highlights the best aspects of our cultural and spiritual identity. And, everyone should benefit from the experience of Durga Puja in Kolkata.
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