Navratri is best known for it’s Garba and Dandiya nights, especially in Jaipur. But there is one more thing that everyone looks forward to and that is Durga Pooja Pandals in Jaipur. After a pandemic-induced gap of two years, the auspicious pooja celebrations have already begun with new themes at Jaipur’s oldest and newest pandals. So here, we’ve prepared a list for you to go pandal-hopping in Jaipur, for a night filled with fun, laughter and love.
Durga Bari
Running in it’s 66th year, Durga Bari is one of the oldest and grandest Pooja Pandals set-up in Jaipur. Since Durga Pooja has earned the world heritage tag from UNESCO this year, organisers have decked up this year’s pandal as a grand palace. Known far and wide, a huge number of people flock here to mark their presence, where are you?
Address – D Circle, Kanti Nagar, Sindhi Camp, Jaipur
Jaipur Kalibari Society
KaliBari Society, known in Jaipur for many events like Laxmi Pooja, Kali Pooja and Saraswati Pooja, is bringing Durga Pooja this year. A blend of Bengali culture, vibrant colours and intriguing food items, this place truly emits a festive aura.
Address – Sector 10, behind WTP, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur
Jai Club
Another prominent pandal in the city, set up on the lawns of Jai Club, one and all gather and participate in the festivities of Durga Pooja. Continuing till Dashami, you can also be a part of this club’s celebration where local artistes from Jaipur will be seen performing in the evenings.
Address – Mahavir Marg, near Raj Mandhir, Panch Batti, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar, Jaipur
SDM Park
Nearly all pooja pandals have socio-cultural programmes lined up. Apart from the usual massive setup and mouth watering dishes, this pooja pandal will also have performances by artists from Mumbai on Ashtami. So get your outfits ready for a night filled with dance, food and some festive magic.
Address – Behind Moti Dungi Ganesh ji, Vijay Path, Tilak Nagar, Jaipur
Sarbojanin Puja Samiti, Jaipur
Still in it’s first year, the main attraction of this pandal is that it is designed as the Lotus Temple of New Delhi. Several artistes are also scheduled to perform here. From nimbu-pani to Bengal’s all-time favourite spongy rasgulla – one would find an amazing variety in the menu here.
Address – Krishna Palace Marriage Garden, Kedia Palace, Mata ji ka mandir, Murlipura
Jaipur is now home to a number of Durga Pooja Pandals. Donned with hues of festive-colours, pandal-hopping can a fun thing to do this weekend. Make the most of this opportunity and gather your pals to make memories of a life-time.
