Durga Puja preparations involve political visits and security updates

Preparations for the upcoming Durga Puja festivities are underway in India and Bangladesh, involving political engagements and enhanced security measures.

In West Bengal, India, the BJP is planning visits to prominent pandals by senior leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The party has sought time for the Prime Minister to attend a Mahalaya programme and is preparing for a potential visit to Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

In Bangladesh, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced increased government funding and enhanced security protocols for the Sharadiya Durga Puja. Following a high-level coordination meeting, responsibilities for ensuring smooth celebrations have been assigned across national, divisional, and district levels. Government funding for puja mandaps has been increased to BDT 5 crore following directives from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.