About North Bangalore Cultural Samithi (NBCS)

Functioning as a social community for 48 years, North Bangalore Cultural Samithi (NBCS) aims at inclusion in all its diversity. The activities of the Samithi and the festivals celebrated by the members of the Samithi are to spread the message of peace, harmony, inclusiveness, and cultural unity in our society. Durga Puja (also Known as Dussehra) is a key festival that we celebrate with YOU, across 5 Days. People from all walks, caste, communities, and religion unanimously participate in the festivities and the associated cultural extravaganza.

This year, the auspicious and cultural festivities of Shri Shri Durga Puja (27th September to 2nd October 2025) will be celebrated by us in its full grandeur. This will be followed by Shri Shri Lakshmi Puja on Monday, 6th October 2025 and Shri Shiri Shyama Puja (Diwali) on Monday, 20th October 2025. To commemorate the celebrations, we also publish a souvenir that features articles, stories, photography, and artwork from the contributors. You can also publish your creative work or advertise with us in our annual publication.

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Shri Shri Durga Puja – Highlights

Overall Footfall: More than 20,000 visitors attended the Durga Pooja.
Community Feast: Proudly served meals to over 9,000 visitors during the feast, showcasing our commitment to community bonding.
Stalls: Featured 15 diverse commodity and brand stalls, offering a wide range of products and experiences for attendees.
Our Previous Sponsors: Kamdhenu Steel, Sri Durga Steel, RBL Bank, IFB, IDFC FIRST Bank, Supreme, Crompton Greaves, DTDC Group, nFaktor, MyLoc.in, AHIPL, and more.
Radio Mentions: Received over 200 on-air mentions during peak listening hours on Red FM, significantly boosting event visibility across Bangalore.
Media Coverage: Our Durga Pooja was covered in 15 prominent publications, further amplifying our reach and highlighting the event’s significance.
Awards: Honored with 2 prestigious awards for Best Idol and Best Decoration among all Durga Poojas in Bangalore.