Metro-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata stuns with innovation; Watch

As Durga Puja festivities commence, Kolkata is alive with vibrant pandals and cultural celebrations. Among the many eye-catching pandals, a creative pandal at North Kolkata’s Jagat Mukherjee Park has taken the internet by storm.

The Jagat Mukherjee Park pandal has gone viral on social media, wowing people with its unique theme that blends innovation and environmental awareness.

The pandal draws attention to two strikingly contrasting aspects of Kolkata—its iconic underwater Metro and the pollution plaguing the River Ganges. The pandal has been transformed into a miniature underwater Metro station. Complete with lights, sounds, and an eco-friendly message, it highlights the need for a cleaner Ganga River while marvelling at the city’s engineering achievements.

The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user named Abir Ghoshal with the caption, “Believe me, it’s a Puja pandal in Kolkata,” showcases the intricate details of the metro-themed pandal. The structure features seats, handrails, grab handles, and screens, making it almost indistinguishable from an actual metro station. Visitors can also hear metro-style announcements, while platforms with escalators and exit signs add to the immersive experience.

What sets this pandal apart is a motorized feature that mimics the movement of a real train. Visitors can even feel the train slowing as they approach the exit gate, adding to the immersive experience.

Believe me its a Puja Pandal in Kolkata. @metrorailwaykol pic.twitter.com/yJgcOLL5fr

— Abir Ghoshal (@abirghoshal) October 7, 2024

Since being shared on October 7, the video has garnered over 1.1 million views. While many praised the creativity, some expressed concerns about potential stampedes during peak gatherings due to large crowds.

“This is unbelievable,”  wrote a netizen, while another commented, “Wow! That is so amazing.”

“Suffocating, what will happen in peak gathering?” expressed a third.

A fourth posted, “Looking good but I think it's not safe if overcrowded.”