Mumbai, October 2026: Actress Riva Arora visited the Andheri Link Road Sarbojanik Durga Puja in Mumbai and sought the blessings of Maa Durga during the grand 18th-anniversary celebrations of the puja.
This year marks the 18th year of the popular Durga Puja, organised under the leadership of Founder Chairman Krishnendu Sen. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Dear Bengal,” which beautifully showcases the rich art, culture and heritage of Bengal.
The 2026 edition also pays tribute to four legendary icons who have made an unforgettable contribution to Bengali culture — filmmaker Satyajit Ray, Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, renowned writer Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, and legendary actor Uttam Kumar.

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Founder Chairman Krishnendu Sen said that completing 18 years is a proud milestone for the organisation and that the theme “Dear Bengal” is a heartfelt tribute to the cultural legacy and icons who continue to inspire generations.
The celebrations brought together devotees, members of the Bengali community, cultural enthusiasts and visitors, creating a vibrant atmosphere of devotion, culture and togetherness in Mumbai.

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