MusicFree Oct 16 20:00
Live Performance by M Tirtho
M Tirtho performs live — featuring Do Pankh De Do, Guitar Er Gaan, Thetro Zara Thetro, Jiboner Ei Saaighorete.
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
Sarathi Cultural Association
Koramangala · Bengaluru · Est. 2002
শারদীয়া দুর্গোৎসব
Mahishasuramardini · The slayer of Mahishasura
Durga Puja2026
শক্তি · ঐক্য · আনন্দ
Celebrate Shakti. Celebrate Culture. Celebrate Together.
15–21 October 2026|BBMP Ground · 5th Block · Koramangala|15K–20K devotees daily
25yrs
Sharodiya Durgotsav
80K+
Footfalls · 5 days
2002
Founded · Koramangala
Bengaluru · Koramangala · 15–21 Oct 2026 · 80K+ Footfalls
Countdown to Durga Puja
38
Days08
Hours05
Minutes44
SecondsWhen
October 15 – 21, 2026
Panchami to Visarjan
Where
BBMP Park Ground, Koramangala
5th Block, Bengaluru
What
25th Sharodiya Durgotsav
Rituals, music, food & art
Who
80K+ Devotees · All Welcome
Families, friends & all
শ্রী দুর্গা
Maa Durga
About Sarathi
Rooted in Culture.
Open to Everyone.
For 25 years, Sarathi Cultural Association has brought Bengaluru's most-loved Sharodiya Durgotsav to the heart of Koramangala — welcoming 80,000+ devotees across five festival days each year. Where the ancient power of Shakti meets the cosmopolitan pulse of Bengaluru.
We are a gathering of families, friends, students and neighbours — Bengalis and Bangaloreans alike — bound by a love for tradition, art, music and the warmth of community. Bengaluru hosts around 250 Durga Puja pandals each year, and Sarathi's Koramangala pandal has earned the devotion of thousands each evening for a quarter century.
CommunityCultureInclusionYouthFamiliesArtMusicSocial Responsibility
25
Years
80K+
Footfalls
250+
Pandals in BLR
Sacred Verses
Durga Shlokas
The sacred verses chanted during Durga Puja — invoking the Divine Mother with devotion, reverence, and surrender.
Transliteration
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Shakti Rupena Samsthita | Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah ||
Meaning
To the Goddess who dwells in all beings as power and strength — I bow to Her, I bow to Her, I bow to Her again and again.
Transliteration
Sarva Mangala Mangalye Shive Sarvartha Sadhike | Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Narayani Namostute ||
Meaning
O Goddess, the auspiciousness of all that is auspicious, the consort of Shiva, fulfiller of all desires, refuge of all, the three-eyed Gauri and Narayani — salutations to You.
Transliteration
Om Dum Durgayei Namaha
Meaning
Salutations to Goddess Durga, the remover of all difficulties and sufferings.
Transliteration
Om Katyayanaya Vidmahe Kanyakumaryai Dhimahi | Tanno Durga Prachodayat ||
Meaning
We meditate upon Katyayani (Durga), the divine virgin Goddess — may that Durga guide and illuminate our intellect.
Transliteration
Ayigiri Nandini Nanditamedini Vishvavinodini Nainarunutipe | Vishvadabhiravina Vidyarthide Vibhavodbhavadibhava Vandite Jaya Jaya He Mahishasuramardini Ramyakapardini Shailasute ||
Meaning
Victory to You, O daughter of the mountain, who delights the world, who is worshipped by the universe, who grants knowledge and prosperity — hail to You, O slayer of Mahishasura, O consort of Shiva.
Transliteration
Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundayai Viche Namah
Meaning
Salutations to Goddess Chamunda, the fierce slayer of the demons Chanda and Munda — with the seed syllables of creation, maya, and delusion.
ॐ दुर्गायै नमः
Sacred Calendar 2026
Ritual Guide
From Panchami to Dashami — every ritual, its significance, and the sacred shlokas chanted at each stage of our Sharodiya Durgotsav.
মহা ষষ্ঠী
Bodhon & Grand Inauguration
Sacred Shloka · Maha Shashti
যা দেবী সর্বভূতেষু শক্তিরূপেণ সংস্থিতা । নমস্তস্যৈ নমস্তস্যৈ নমস্তস্যৈ নমো নমঃ ॥
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Shakti-rupena Samsthita | Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah ||
To the Goddess who abides in all beings as power and strength — salutations to Her, salutations to Her, salutations to Her again and again.
The primary Devi shloka — chanted at Bodhon and Sandhya Aarti
Maha Shashti
Oct 16 · Friday
Shashti heralds the formal beginning of Durga Puja. The Bodhon — the sacred awakening of the Goddess — is performed at the bilva tree. Kalabodhon follows as the deity is formally revealed. This day also marks the Grand Inauguration of Sarathi's 25th Sharodiya Durgotsav at 6:30 PM.
Day Programme
16
Bodhon & Kalparambho
16:00The Goddess is formally invoked and awakened at the bilva tree, marking the start of worship.
17
Amantran & Adhivas
17:00Invitation rites and preliminary rites to welcome the Goddess into the mandap.
18
Grand Inauguration
18:30Official opening by Hon. Minister Sri Ramalinga Reddy. Cultural lighting and community ceremony.
19
Sandhya Aarti
19:00Evening lamp offering with dhak beats and devotional chanting fills the pandal.
20
Live Performance: M Tirtho
20:00Bengali artiste M Tirtho performs live — featuring Guitar Er Gaan, Thetro Zara Thetro and more.
A Living Tradition
Celebrated for Ages,
Loved Across the World
Durga Puja is not just a festival — it is the heartbeat of Bengali identity. For centuries, Bengalis have welcomed the Divine Mother home with the same devotion, wherever they are in the world.
~500+ Years
Ancient Roots
Durga Puja has been celebrated in its current form since the 16th century, with roots tracing back over a millennium.
100+ Countries
Global Festival
From Kolkata to New York, London to Tokyo — Bengalis celebrate Durga Puja on every continent.
2021
UNESCO Heritage
Durga Puja in Kolkata was inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in December 2021.
Crores
Millions of Devotees
Every year, millions of Bengalis and people of all faiths come together to celebrate the homecoming of the Divine Mother.
The Journey of a Tradition
Ancient
Roots in the Markandeya Purana and the Devi Mahatmyam (Durga Saptashati), composed ~400-600 CE.
16th Century
The first community Durga Puja (Barowari) is recorded in Bengal, shifting from royal households to community celebration.
20th Century
Durga Puja becomes the largest community festival of Bengal, spreading across India and the world with the Bengali diaspora.
2021
UNESCO inscribes Durga Puja in Kolkata on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Today
From Koramangala to Kolkata, from Toronto to Tokyo — Bengalis everywhere keep the tradition alive with the same devotion.
Be Part of the Living Tradition
Join thousands of devotees in Bengaluru as we celebrate Durga Puja 2026 — the same devotion, a new home.
The Sarathi Experience
Six ways to celebrate.
01
Puja
Traditional rituals and devotion, woven into every dawn and dusk.
02
Culture
Music, dance, theatre and artistic expression on the main stage.
03
Food
Authentic festive food experiences and the sacred Bhog.
04
Community
Families, friends and neighbours — together, as one.
05
Art
Crafts, installations and cultural creativity from the heart.
06
Celebration
A festival for everyone — open, warm and alive.
Puja Schedule
The Ritual Timeline.
From Shashti's awakening to Dashami's farewell — five sacred days of devotion.
Panchami
October 15, 2026
Anandamela — the joy begins
17:00
Anandamela Opens — Festive Fair
Culture19:00
Bodhon Preparations at Bilva Tree
RitualTimes are in IST. Schedule is subject to change — confirm at the venue.
Today at Sarathi
What's On Today?
17:00Upcoming
Anandamela Opens — Festive Fair
Panchami • Culture
19:00Upcoming
Bodhon Preparations at Bilva Tree
Panchami • Ritual
16:00Upcoming
Bodhon & Kalparambho
Shashti • Ritual
17:00Upcoming
Amantran & Adhivas
Shashti • Ritual
18:30Upcoming
Grand Inauguration by Hon. Minister Sri Ramalinga Reddy
Shashti • Culture
19:00Upcoming
Sandhya Aarti
Shashti • Aarti
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Featured Events
Signature moments.
Featured
Live Music
Featured
Dhunuchi Dance
Featured
Dhak Performance
Featured
Cultural Night
Featured
Children's Program
Featured
Community Evening
Cultural Programs
Music, dance & devotion.
MusicFree
DanceFree Oct 17 18:30
Devi Arpana — Classical Dance Festival
A prestigious classical dance festival celebrating the divine feminine through graceful movement.
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
CultureFree Oct 18 19:00
Dandiya with Dhol
Vibrant, colourful and unforgettable Garba & Dandiya nights with live dhol beats.
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
MusicFree Oct 19 20:00
Live Concert by Asmita Kar
Asmita Kar — Bengali singer and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2016 Top 9 finalist, featured in Tansener Tanpura.
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
MusicFree Oct 20 20:00
Live Performance by Rupankar Bagchi
Rupankar Bagchi — National Award-winning Bengali singer, composer and actor, known for film music, folk, ghazal and Rabindra Sangeet.
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
CultureFree Oct 17–21 19:00
Garba & Dandiya Nights
Garba & Dandiya every evening from 17th Oct to 21st Oct (Visarjan) — vibrant, colourful & unforgettable!
Venue: Main Stage, Koramangala BBMP Ground
The Bengali Way
What Bengalis Love Best
Food, adda, music, dance, devotion and togetherness — the essence of Bengali culture, woven into every moment of Durga Puja.
ভোগ
Bhog & Feasts
Khichuri, luchi, beguni, payesh — the sacred Bhog and festive feasts that bring every Bengali together. Food is not just sustenance; it is love, it is celebration, it is home.
Explore Food
আড্ডা
Adda
The art of conversation. Hours spent over cha (tea) and shingara, debating literature, politics, cinema and life itself. Adda is the soul of Bengali social life — where ideas are born and friendships are forged.
Join the Community
সংগীত
Music & Rabindra Sangeet
From Rabindra Sangeet to Nazrul Geeti, from the dhak's thunder to the flute's whisper — music flows through every Bengali celebration. It is the language of the soul.
View Events
নৃত্য
Dandiya & Dance
Dhunuchi naach with burning incense in hand, Garba and Dandiya nights under the stars — dance is devotion, dance is joy, dance is the body's prayer to the Divine Mother.
See Cultural Programs
সিঁদুর খেলা
Sindoor Khela
On Dashami, women gather to play with vermilion — applying sindoor to the Goddess and to each other. A celebration of womanhood, sisterhood, and the bittersweet farewell to the Mother.
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মিলন
Community & Togetherness
Pandal-hopping through the night, meeting old friends and making new ones. Durga Puja is when an entire community becomes one family — bound by devotion, culture, and the joy of being together.
Get Involved"Where there is Bengali culture, there is celebration."
Food & Bhog
The sacred Bhog.
From the holy Bhog offered to all devotees to the festive food stalls serving authentic Bengali specialities — every meal at Sarathi is a celebration in itself.
BhogFestive FoodFood StallsBengali Specialities
VegBhog Thali
ভোগSacred offering of khichuri, luchi, vegetables and sweets served to all.
Bhog Counter
VegLuchi & Aloor Dom
লুচি আলুর দমPuffed deep-fried bread with spiced potato curry — a festive classic.
Food Court A
Non-VegMutton Biryani
মাটন বিরিয়ানিAromatic Kolkata-style biryani with potato and egg.
Food Court B
VegSandesh
সন্দেশDelicate Bengali sweet made of fresh chhena — pure celebration.
Sweet Stall
VegRasgulla
রসগোল্লাSoft, syrup-soaked cottage cheese dumplings — Bengal's gift to the world.
Sweet Stall
Non-VegMacher Jhol
মাছের ঝোলLight, fragrant Bengali fish curry best enjoyed with steamed rice.
Food Court B
Menus and stalls are CMS-controlled. Final offerings will be announced closer to the festival.
Interactive Festival Map
Find your way around.
Tap a marker to locate entrances, the puja area, stage, food court and essential facilities across Koramangala BBMP Ground.
Why Bengaluru. Why Koramangala.
The best venue in
Bengaluru.
Bengaluru's Durga Puja calendar is one of the largest outside West Bengal — around 250 pandals citywide. Koramangala consistently ranks among the most-visited neighbourhoods during the festive season. SCA's Koramangala pandal has earned the devotion of thousands each evening for 25 consecutive years.
80K+
Total Footfalls
across 5 festival days
15K–20K
Daily Visitors
Maha Shashti to Dashami
~2 Acres
Open Ground
BBMP Park Ground, 5th Block
250+
Pandals Citywide
Bengaluru during the festive season
Inner-Ring Location
Koramangala 5th Block — one of Bengaluru's most accessible and high-footfall neighbourhoods, minutes from HSR, Indiranagar and Jayanagar.
Cross-Demographic Audience
Devotees · Families · Students · Working professionals — a single open ground draws all of Bengaluru's inner ring.
Single Open Ground
~2 acres of undivided space — unobstructed sightlines, stage visibility and free visitor flow from entry gate to darshan and food court.
Full Regulatory Compliance
All approvals from Bengaluru City Police, BTP, BBMP, BESCOM and Health dept. 25 years of incident-free operations.
2026 Venue · Approx 2 Acres
BBMP Park Ground, 5th Block · Near Koramangala Post Office
Opp. Munireddy Kalyana Mantapa, Koramangala, Bengaluru — 560095
Venue Zones · 2026
A
Brand & Corporate Stalls
10 × 10 × 5 ft stalls across the eastern flank — direct footfall exposure.
B
Puja Pandal (Mandap)
Central darshan point — the devotional heart of the festival.
C
Cultural Stage & Arena
Evening performances, contests and live music every night.
D
Community Bhog Area
Lunches served free to all devotees Oct 16–20.
F/G
Food Court & Sponsor Corridor
20 × 10 ft and 10 × 10 ft food stalls with branding opportunities.
Visitor Journey
Entry Gate
Mandap Darshan
Food & Retail
Cultural Stage
Bhog distribution: 800–2,000 plates per day. Dandiya & Garba: 400–500 participants each evening. Press coverage across all 5 days.
Approvals & Compliance
Bengaluru City Police · BTP
Bengaluru Traffic Police
BBMP · BESCOM civic permits
Dept. of Health & Family Welfare
SCA · 25 Years
"This glorious extravaganza earns the devotion of thousands each evening."
Grandeur & Zeal · Sharodiya Durgotsav
View Venue MapSarathi Memories
Moments worth keeping.
27 photographs — Durga Puja 2026 · Koramangala
Video Hub
Stories in motion.
Performances
The Sound of the Dhak
Festival 2026
Dhunuchi Dance Highlights
Dance
The Making of Durga Puja
Behind the Scenes
Community Voices
Interviews
Videos will be added as the festival approaches and during the celebrations.
Pride of Bengal
Legendary Bengalis
From Nobel laureates to freedom fighters, from scientists to saints — Bengal has shaped the world in ways that echo through the ages.
Literature
Rabindranath Tagore
1861–1941
First non-European Nobel laureate in Literature (1913). Poet, novelist, composer, painter. Wrote the national anthems of both India and Bangladesh.
Spirituality
Swami Vivekananda
1863–1902
Introduced Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the West. Founded the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Iconic speech at the 1893 Parliament of Religions in Chicago.
Freedom
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
1897–1945
Revolutionary freedom fighter who led the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj) against British rule. Gave the call: 'Give me blood, I shall give you freedom!'
Cinema
Satyajit Ray
1921–1992
Legendary filmmaker who put Indian cinema on the world map. Directed the Apu Trilogy, Charulata. Received an honorary Academy Award in 1992.
Economics
Amartya Sen
1933–
Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics (1998) for his work on welfare economics, famine, and social choice theory. One of the most influential public intellectuals of our time.
Science
Jagadish Chandra Bose
1858–1937
Polymath and pioneer of radio and microwave optics. Demonstrated that plants have life and can feel pain. Father of Bengali science fiction. Cracked the plant code before the world did.
Science
Satyendra Nath Bose
1894–1974
Physicist whose work on quantum mechanics led to the Bose-Einstein statistics and the Bose-Einstein Condensate. The 'boson' particle is named after him. Worked with Albert Einstein.
Spirituality
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
1772–1833
Father of the Indian Renaissance. Founded the Brahmo Samaj. Campaigned against sati, child marriage, and for women's rights and modern education.
Literature
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
1820–1891
Educator, polymath and social reformer. Championed women's education and the Hindu Widow Remarriage Act of 1856. Known as 'Dayar Sagar' (Ocean of Kindness).
Literature
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
1838–1894
Novelist, poet and journalist. Author of 'Vande Mataram' — India's national song — from his novel Anandamath. A pioneer of Bengali literature.
Music
Kazi Nazrul Islam
1899–1976
The 'Rebel Poet' of Bengal. Composer of Nazrul Sangeet. National Poet of Bangladesh. His revolutionary poetry and music inspired millions.
Spirituality
Ramakrishna Paramhansa
1836–1886
Mystic and saint of 19th-century Bengal. Spiritual guru of Swami Vivekananda. Championed the harmony of all religions and direct experience of the Divine.
Sports
Sourav Ganguly
1972–
One of India's greatest cricket captains. 'Prince of Kolkata' (Dada). Transformed Indian cricket with his aggressive leadership. Scored over 18,000 international runs.
Sports
Leander Paes
1973–
Olympic bronze medalist (1996, Atlanta). 18-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and mixed doubles. One of the greatest doubles players in tennis history.
Music
Kishore Kumar
1929–1987
Legendary playback singer, actor and composer. One of the most iconic and versatile voices in Indian cinema. Sang in Bengali, Hindi, and many other languages.
Spirituality
Sarada Devi
1853–1920
The Holy Mother. Spiritual consort of Ramakrishna Paramhansa. Inspired and guided the Ramakrishna movement. A symbol of motherly love and spiritual wisdom.
Community & Social Impact
Celebration with purpose.
Sarathi is more than a festival — it is a community committed to education, inclusion and the preservation of culture. Every gathering is an opportunity to give back.
Education
Supporting learning and opportunity for the next generation.
Community Support
Standing with families and neighbours through every season.
Inclusion
A festival open to all — across age, language and background.
Cultural Preservation
Keeping Bengali heritage alive in the heart of Bengaluru.
25
Years of Celebration
80K+
Total Footfalls (5 days)
15K–20K
Daily Visitors
250+
Pandals in Bengaluru
Impact statistics are verified and entered through CMS — never invented.
Volunteer with Sarathi
Be part of the celebration.
Sarathi is built by its community. Whether you wish to volunteer, perform, sponsor or support — there is a place for you in the celebration.
Sponsorship & Partnerships
Partners in celebration.
Sarathi Cultural Association invites you to partner with Bengaluru's most-loved Sharodiya Durgotsav. With 80,000+ footfalls across five festival days and 25 years of community trust, your brand reaches the heart of Koramangala's festive season.
Title Sponsor
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- Naming rights: 'Sarathi Durga Puja 2026 presented by [Brand]'
- Premium 20×10 ft stall in Zone A
- Brand logo on main pandal backdrop & stage
- Top billing on all hoardings, banners & invites
- Full-page ad in the commemorative souvenir
- Social media: 5 dedicated posts + reels
- On-stage acknowledgement at every cultural event
- 10 VIP passes for inaugural & cultural evenings
To Be Announced · 2026
Powered By
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- Co-presenting rights on all key communications
- 10×10 ft stall in Zone A
- Logo on stage backdrop & pandal entry arch
- Half-page ad in the commemorative souvenir
- Social media: 3 dedicated posts
- On-stage acknowledgement at cultural events
- 6 VIP passes
To Be Announced · 2026
Associate Sponsor
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- 10×10 ft stall in Zone A
- Logo on sponsor wall at the pandal entrance
- Quarter-page ad in the commemorative souvenir
- Social media: 2 dedicated posts
- 4 VIP passes
To Be Announced · 2026
Cultural Partner
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- Brand association with a specific cultural evening
- 10×10 ft stall in Zone A or B
- Logo on sponsor wall & event-specific backdrop
- Social media: 2 dedicated posts around the event
- 4 VIP passes
To Be Announced · 2026
Community Partner
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- 10×10 ft stall in Zone A or B
- Logo on sponsor wall
- Social media: 1 dedicated post
- 2 VIP passes
To Be Announced · 2026
Food Partner
Sarathi Durga Puja 2026
- 20×10 ft food stall in Zone F/G
- Exclusive food court branding rights
- Logo on sponsor wall & food court signage
- Social media: 2 dedicated posts
- 4 VIP passes
To Be Announced · 2026
80K+
Total footfalls
250+
Pandals in Bengaluru
25 yrs
Of community trust
5 days
Of brand exposure
Become a Partner
Stand beside Maa Durga and the community.
Partner with Sarathi and connect your brand to 80,000+ devotees, families and Bangaloreans over five vibrant days. Custom packages available.
Sponsor logos will appear in a premium monochrome / red-white grid once partners are confirmed.
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First Time at Sarathi?
Your guide to the festival.
01
Where is it?
Ganapathi Temple Rd, KHB Block Koramangala, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560095.
02
When should I come?
October 16–21, 2026. Evenings are most vibrant; Ashtami draws the largest crowds.
03
What can I experience?
Rituals, Pushpanjali, cultural programs, Dhunuchi dance, food and community.
04
Where do I enter?
Use the Main Entrance on the festival map. An accessible entry is also available.
05
Where can I eat?
The Food Court and Bhog Counter serve festive Bengali specialities through the day.
06
Where can children participate?
Children's programs run on the main stage — see the Cultural Programs schedule.
07
What should I not miss?
Sandhi Puja on Ashtami, Dhunuchi dance, and the Dhak performance at dusk.
Frequently Asked
Questions, answered.
Durga Puja 2026 is celebrated from October 15 (Panchami) to October 21 (Visarjan), 2026, at BBMP Park Ground, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru.
Yes, Durga Puja celebrations and the cultural programs are open to all. Everyone is welcome.
BBMP Park Ground, 5th Block, Opp. Munireddy Kalyana Mantapa, Near Koramangala Post Office, Bengaluru – 560095. You can find directions on our Location page or via Google Maps.
Yes, Bhog (Annaprasad) is served to all devotees during the festival days. Timings are listed in the Puja Schedule.
Parking is limited near Koramangala BBMP Ground. We recommend using public transport, metro or cab services. The interactive map shows parking zones.
Absolutely. We have dedicated children's programs, family zones and a parents' guide to help families enjoy the festival comfortably.
Yes, there is an accessible entrance and accessible toilets. The interactive festival map highlights accessibility points.
Visit the Participate page and fill out the volunteer form. You can choose your area of interest and availability.
Please use the Become a Partner enquiry on the Sponsors page, or contact us directly. Sponsorship levels are configurable.
Yes, Pushpanjali timings are listed under each day in the Puja Schedule. Flowers are available at the venue.