Week-long Durga Puja celebrations bring employees and families together in a vibrant display of devotion, tradition and cultural harmony

 

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

KOKRAJHAR, OCTOBER 20, 2026

Religious devotion and cultural exuberance have marked the Sharad Utsav 2026 celebrations at NTPC Bongaigaon, where employees and their families have come together to celebrate Durga Puja with traditional fervour and enthusiasm at the Community Mandap in Salakati, Uttarayan Township, Kokrajhar.

Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon, graced the celebrations in the presence of Anurag Gupta, General Manager (Operations and Maintenance); Rajesh Kumar Maji, General Manager (Maintenance and Ash Dyke Management); and Sanjay Kumar Mishra, Additional General Manager (Information Technology) and Secretary of the Festival Committee. Members of the committee, senior officials, employees and their families also participated in the festivities.

Extending his greetings on the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja, Maitra wished employees, their families and associates happiness, peace, prosperity and good health. He emphasised the role of cultural celebrations in strengthening community bonds, preserving traditions and fostering a sense of togetherness beyond the workplace. He also commended the Festival Committee for its efforts in organising the week-long event.

Organised by the NTPC Bongaigaon Festival Committee, the celebrations began on October 15 with the traditional inauguration of Durga Puja, followed by religious rituals, devotional offerings and a series of cultural programmes. The festivities have transformed the township into a vibrant gathering space, bringing together people across generations through shared faith and cultural expression.

The cultural evenings have been among the major attractions, with NTPC employees and their family members showcasing their artistic talents. Traditional Dhak performances and Dhunuchi dances have added to the devotional atmosphere, while ethnic and glory ramp walks, saxophone recitals, conch-blowing competitions and musical presentations have brought variety to the programme.

Children have participated in drawing competitions, while rangoli contests and other recreational activities have encouraged wider involvement across age groups. Musical evenings featuring playback singer Shantanu and rock band Bound Morphemes have further enlivened the celebrations. Dandiya, traditional dance performances and interactive cultural activities have added to the festive spirit, offering participants an opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity of the NTPC township.

The celebrations also received a visit from Shri Pankaj Chakraborty, Deputy Commissioner of Kokrajhar, who visited the Durga Puja pandal and appreciated the arrangements and cultural programmes organised by NTPC Bongaigaon. He lauded the collective efforts behind the festivities and the spirit of community participation reflected in the event.

The week-long celebrations will conclude on October 21 with Vijaya Dashami rituals, including Devi Baran, Sindoor Daan and the ceremonial immersion of the Durga idol, marking the culmination of the festivities.

Sharad Utsav 2026 has emerged as a celebration of faith, cultural heritage and communal harmony, bringing employees, families and associates together in a shared festive experience.