Who Started Durga Puja in Bengal?

Durga Puja has ancient roots, but the grand Sharadiya Durga Puja tradition in Bengal is traditionally associated with Raja Kangshanarayan of Taherpur, around 1583 CE. His celebration is regarded as one of the earliest large-scale autumnal Durga Pujas in Bengal. Over the centuries, Durga Puja grew from celebrations organized by royal and wealthy families into a major community festival. Today, it is celebrated not only in Bengal but by Bengali communities throughout India and around the world. Read More →