As Mumbai prepares for the vibrancy of Durga Puja, Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav stands out as the quintessential celebration. Spanning a glorious 24 years, this festival is not only the largest Durga Puja in Thane but has also cemented its legacy as a beacon of cultural celebration, drawing crowds of 35,000 to 40,000 attendees each year. Held in the scenic Hiranandani Estate, the festival is spread across an impressive 1,60,000 sq ft area, making it a sight to behold.
Discover The Culinary Delights Of Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav
This year, Aamra Prabashi has chosen a stunning theme inspired by the iconic Kedarnath Temple. The grandeur of the pandal is sure to captivate visitors, offering a perfect backdrop for the spiritual and cultural festivities that define this time of year.
Food lovers are in for a treat! Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav features an extravagant food festival that captures the essence of Bengal’s rich culinary heritage. Here are some must-try dishes at Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav 2024:
- Bhog Khichuri: A community lunch offered from October 10th to 13th, this traditional khichuri is made with Gobindobhog rice and mung dal, accompanied by crispy fritters like beguni (brinjal fry) and a vibrant mix of vegetables known as labda.
- Luchi Aloor Dum/Cholar Dal: A staple during Maha Ashtami, these fluffy deep-fried flatbreads (luchi) are paired with creamy tomato gravy baby potatoes or a comforting thick yellow lentil curry.
- Kathi Roll: This street food favourite features a piping hot parantha wrapped around your choice of grilled stuffing—be it egg, chicken, or mutton—alongside raw onions and chillies.
- Kosha Mangsho: An aromatic mutton curry that is an absolute Pujo essential. Its sweet, spicy, and savoury profile pairs beautifully with luchi or plain steamed rice.
- Bhaapa Maacher Paturi: Experience the rich flavours of hilsa fish marinated in a mustard and poppy seed paste, steamed in a banana leaf. This dish is best enjoyed with steamed white rice.
- Daab Chingri: Jumbo prawns cooked in creamy coconut gravy, served inside a tender coconut shell, providing a rich and tropical flavour.
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Get Ready For An Unforgettable Experience
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In addition to these beloved dishes, festival attendees can savour popular Pujo fare like biryani, fish fry, and a variety of cutlets—from chicken and mutton to fish and prawn. Contemporary delights such as momos, chowmein, kebabs, and chicken fry have also made their way into the festival.
Vegetarians will find plenty to love as well, with dishes like radhabollobhi, motorshutir kochuri, and channar dalna on offer, along with a tempting selection of authentic Bengali sweets to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav is more than just a feast for the stomach; it is a celebration of culture and community. This year marks a significant milestone as the association continues to earn its reputation for larger-than-life celebrations and intricate themes. The festival is an invitation to everyone—Bengalis and non-Bengalis alike—to immerse themselves in everything this grand event has to offer.
Mark your calendars for October 8th to 13th and join in the revelry at Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav!
Where: Hiranandani Estate, Thane
When: October 8th to 13th, 2024; 10 am onwards
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