The festival season of 2007 has already arrived in Kolkata. That Durga Puja is just a few days away is evident in the momentum that the city has acquired over the past few days. Like every year, the city is being decked up like a bride. The potholes on the roads are being repaired, the walls are being painted and decorative lights are being set up in various parts of the city. In every nook and corner, artisans can be seen working day and night to erect an abode for Ma Durga when she comes to her parents’ home.

Work in Kumartuli is moving at a fast pace, with clay artists busy giving finishing touches to the idols of Ma Durga. The market places are being thronged by millions of shoppers every day, who wish to stock their wardrobes with new clothes and accessories for each day of the festival. The evening traffic snarls are giving a tell-tale sign that Durga Puja is finally here in Kolkata. In this hustle and bustle of pre-Puja activities, HeadlinesIndia takes you on a tour across the city, and shows you how Kolkata is gearing up to welcome the Goddess. We hope you enjoy your tour!