Not Just Kolkata! These Places In West Bengal Celebrate Durga Puja With Massive Pandals, Pomp & Glory

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Durga Puja In West Bengal!

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1. Kalyani

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2. Badkulla

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3. Bangaon

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4. Siliguri

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5. Durgapur

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6. Howrah

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