Only big pandals mean fat money? Why small Durga Puja committees in West Bengal are struggling

Mint - Oct 17, 2026

West Bengal’s Durga Puja season delivered uneven business gains, with major puja organisers, malls and e-commerce platforms reporting strong activity while smaller committees and traditional retailers struggled. 

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