Delhi Tourism Unveils Seven Durga Puja Heritage Walks in CR Park – Dates, Timings & Ticket Details

Durga Puja is just around the corner, and Delhi’s own little slice of Bengal – Chittaranjan Park, fondly called “Mini‑Bengal” – is gearing up for a special treat. Under the banner of the “Dilli Sabki Hai” programme, Delhi Tourism announced a series of seven heritage walks that will run from October 11 to October 19.

These walks aren’t just casual strolls. They’re designed to let visitors soak in the lived heritage of CR Park: from the humble origins of the Kali Mandir Society to the intricate craft of idol‑making in Kolkata’s famed Kumartuli, from the sizzle of bhog preparation to the rhythmic beats of dhak. Think of it as a storytelling marathon where history, spirituality and community mingle on the same path.

Here’s how the schedule looks:

• Oct 11 (Morning, 8 am–10:30 am): A pre‑Puja walk that introduces the park’s history and sets the festive mood.
• Oct 12 (Evening, 5 pm–8 pm): Dive into pandal preparations, Bengali street food stalls and market vibes.
• Oct 14 (Evening, 5 pm–8 pm): Focus on art, craftsmanship, and the thematic concepts behind each pandal.
• Oct 15 (Evening, 5 pm–8 pm): A “Puja‑eve” walk showcasing final rituals and spiritual traditions.
• Oct 16 (Evening, 5 pm–8 pm): Shashthi night – expect dhak, music, and a deep dive into ritualistic practices.
• Oct 18 (Morning, 8 am–11 am): Ashtami sunrise walk featuring aarti, community interactions and a close‑up of the pandal ambience.
• Oct 19 (Evening, 5 pm–8 pm): Navami night – a festive pandal‑hopping tour, peppered with cultural performances and Bengali cuisine.

Want to join? The ticket price is modest – Rs 500 plus GST per person, payable through the official Delhi Tourism website. It’s a small price for a rich, immersive experience that blends heritage interpretation with real‑time interaction with local residents.

Beyond the walks, CR Park’s own Durga Puja this year is taking an eco‑friendly turn. The pandal’s theme revolves around jute – the “Golden Fibre” of Bengal – and the idol of Goddess Durga is being crafted using entirely green methods at the Cooperative Grounds. Organiser Subir Dutta says the theme highlights Bengal’s deep ties to jute and hopes to raise awareness about this sustainable industry.

All in all, Delhi Tourism hopes these walks will cement CR Park’s reputation as a spiritual and heritage tourism hotspot, while reinforcing Delhi’s identity as a melting pot of cultures where every community gets its moment in the spotlight.