Who we are
The Lions Club of Calcutta Circular, Kolkata, introduced its ‘ Puja Art of Bengal ‘ initiative in July 2017, led by Lion Avijit Ghosh. As a non-profit organization and part of the world’s largest NGO, the ‘Puja Art of Bengal ‘ is to showcase Bengal’s vibrant puja art and culture globally,while engaging in social welfare activities. Bengal’s puja art is notably the world’s largest public art display.Our team of dedicated professionals, being passionate about Bengal’s art and culture,blends traditional expertise with modern technology to drive our initiatives.
About Us
The Lions Club of Calcutta Circular, Kolkata, introduced its ‘ Puja Art of Bengal ’ initiative in July 2017, led by Lion Avijit Ghosh. As a non-profit organization and part of the world’s largest NGO, the ‘ Puja Art of Bengal ’ is to showcase Bengal’s vibrant puja art and culture globally,while engaging in social welfare activities. Bengal’s puja art is notably the world’s largest public art display.Our team of dedicated professionals, being passionate about Bengal’s art and culture,blends traditional expertise with modern technology to drive our initiatives.
What we do
Embodying the Lions Club’s spirit of service and compassion, we ‘Puja Art of Bengal:
1. Uncover and showcase Bengal’s vibrant contemporary Art, Culture, and Heritage, sharing its richness with the world.
2. Connect creative talents with the community, fostering local and global collaborations.
3. Inspire artistic innovation through recognition, encouragement, and support.
4. Spread happiness and positivity throughout the year through our different social activities and bring joy among the people, especially on puja days.
Guided by the principle “Where there is a need, there is a Lion,” we strive to create a more harmonious, culturally rich, compassionate world.
1. Uncover and showcase Bengal’s vibrant contemporary Art, Culture, and Heritage, sharing its richness with the world.
2. Connect creative talents with the community, fostering local and global collaborations.
3. Inspire artistic innovation through recognition, encouragement, and support.
4. Spread happiness and positivity throughout the year through our different social activities and bring joy among the people, especially on puja days.
Guided by the principle “Where there is a need, there is a Lion,” we strive to create a more harmonious, culturally rich, compassionate world.
Our Initiative
Embodying the Lions Club’s spirit of service and compassion, we ‘Puja Art of Bengal:
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- Uncover and showcase Bengal’s vibrant contemporary Art, Culture, and Heritage, sharing its richness with the world.
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- Connect creative talents with the community, fostering local and global collaborations.
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- Inspire artistic innovation through recognition, encouragement, and support.
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- Spread happiness and positivity throughout the year through our different social activities and bring joy among the people, especially on puja days.
Guided by the principle “Where there is a need, there is a Lion,” we strive to create a more harmonious, culturally rich, compassionate world.
Our aim
1. Empower and develop all aspects of art and artists, with a special focus on puja art.
2. Showcase and celebrate Bengal’s vibrant art culture and creativity to a broader audience in Bengal, India and globally.
3. Cultivate art-consciousness through dynamic seminars, workshops and programs, inspiring creativity and appreciation.
4. Put Bengal’s indigenous art, culture and heritage on the global map, driving economic growth and cultural exchange.
5. Celebrate and share Bengal’s UNESCO-recognized Durga Puja (Intangible Cultural Heritage) and puja art with the world, preserving its cultural significance and beauty for future generations.
2. Showcase and celebrate Bengal’s vibrant art culture and creativity to a broader audience in Bengal, India and globally.
3. Cultivate art-consciousness through dynamic seminars, workshops and programs, inspiring creativity and appreciation.
4. Put Bengal’s indigenous art, culture and heritage on the global map, driving economic growth and cultural exchange.
5. Celebrate and share Bengal’s UNESCO-recognized Durga Puja (Intangible Cultural Heritage) and puja art with the world, preserving its cultural significance and beauty for future generations.
Our Aim
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- Empower and develop all aspects of art and artists, with a special focus on puja art.
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- Showcase and celebrate Bengal’s vibrant art culture and creativity to a broader audience in Bengal, India, and globally.
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- Cultivate art-consciousness through dynamic seminars, workshops, and programs, inspiring creativity and appreciation.
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- Put Bengal’s indigenous art, culture, and heritage on the global map, driving economic growth and cultural exchange.
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- Celebrate and share Bengal’s UNESCO-recognized Durga Puja (Intangible Cultural Heritage) and puja art with the world, preserving its cultural significance and beauty for future generations.
Co-Founder's Vision
At Puja Art of Bengal,our vision is to unite people worldwide through the universal language of art, bridging cultural divides and fostering global understanding.We believe that art has the power to transcend borders and bring people together.
Bengal’s puja art, the world’s largest public art,is a significant contributor to the state’s economy. We empower artists,with a special focus on puja art,to preserve and promote Bengal’s rich cultural heritage. Through dynamic seminars, workshops and programs,we cultivate art-consciousness,inspiring creativity and appreciation.
Our mission is to share Bengal’s vibrant art culture globally,driving economic growth, tourism growth,cultural exchange and cross-cultural collaboration.We celebrate and share UNESCO-recognized Durga Puja and puja art,preserving its cultural significance and beauty for future generations and inspiring a new generation of artists and art enthusiasts.