Last‑minute Durga pandal hopping and Dandiya nights: Top spots to visit in Bengaluru

Bengaluru's streets buzz with energy as Durga Puja approaches. Key spots include Palace Grounds for grandeur, Bilekahalli for comfort, and Ulsoor for tradition.

Published on: Sep 29, 2025, 09:53:52 IST

By Yamini C S

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With the grand finale of Durga Puja just days away, Bengaluru’s streets are humming with festive energy. For those still seeking the perfect pandal‑hopping plan, here are some must-visit spots and tips to make your evenings count.

Bengaluru offers a blend of cultural experiences, from food stalls to Dandiya nights, catering to all preferences this festive season. (PTI)

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BDPC, Palace Grounds: The grand festival ground at the Palace Grounds hosts one of the city’s biggest congregations. Good option if you want a vibrant, large-scale experience.

SUC Durga Puja, Bilekahalli (Srinivasa Kalyana Mantap): Quietly tucked yet fully festive, this puja is ideal for those wanting both reverence and comfort.

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Barsha Bengali Association, HSR/Sarjapur: A community favourite with cultural nights, food stalls, and a warm ambience.

Sarathi Socio‑Cultural Trust, Koramangala: Known for its cultural programming, music, dance, and engaging evenings, not just rituals.

Amader Pujo, Kanakapura Road/JP Nagar: Located across two venues, this puja is well suited for family visits and hopping between events.

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Jayamahal Durga Puja: A more traditional and long-standing celebration in the heart of the city.

Bengalee Association, Ulsoor: Among Bengaluru’s oldest and most iconic Durga Pujas, the Bengalee Association in Ulsoor is known for its traditional charm and cultural richness, this pandal continues to draw large crowds year after year. Visitors can enjoy bhog (community lunch) served daily from Maha Saptami onwards at noon, making it a must-visit for those craving an authentic festive experience. Adding to the excitement, a special Dandiya night is also scheduled on Navami, blending Bengali tradition with Garba spirit in a vibrant celebration.

Bengaluru’s Durga Puja scene this year balances tradition, art, and community spirit. Whether you’re looking for grandeur or quiet devotion, there’s a pandal out there waiting just for you.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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