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🪔 Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association — About This Puja
Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association is a Durga Puja celebration in Leeds, UK. A Bengali/Hindu community Durga Puja celebration serving Leeds.
ℹ️ Beyond the name and area, details on this page (theme, founding year) are unverified placeholders — please confirm with the organising committee before publishing or relying on them.
🎨 Likely 2026 Theme (estimated, unverified)
Handicraft and folk-art inspired decor
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📋 Key Information
- Puja: Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association
- Location: Leeds, UK
- Highlights: A Bengali/Hindu community Durga Puja celebration serving Leeds
- Estimated 2026 theme: Handicraft and folk-art inspired decor
- Estimated founding year: 1993
- Entry: Typically free
*Theme and founding year are unverified estimated placeholders — confirm directly with the committee before publishing.
🗓️ Durga Puja 2026 Dates
Panchami
Oct 16 (Fri)
Maha Shashthi
Oct 17 (Sat)
Maha Saptami
Oct 18 (Sun)
Maha Ashtami
Oct 19 (Mon)
Maha Navami
Oct 20 (Tue)
Vijaya Dashami
Oct 21 (Wed)
*Many UK community Durga Puja celebrations are held on the nearest weekend to the actual tithi dates, rather than on the exact weekdays, since most attendees have work or school commitments. Always confirm the exact 2026 dates with the organising committee.
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🎉 Visiting Tips
- Check the organiser's Facebook page or website for the confirmed 2026 weekend dates
- Community pandals are often ticketed or membership-based for meals — check in advance
- Bring cash/card for stalls selling food and puja items
- Dress modestly and comfortably — events can run several hours
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association Durga Puja 2026?
Tithi dates run October 17–21, 2026, but many diaspora pandals celebrate on the nearest weekend instead — confirm the exact 2026 dates with the organisers.
What is the 2026 theme at Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association?
Estimated: Handicraft and folk-art inspired decor (unverified — confirm with the committee).
Where is Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association located?
Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association is based in Leeds, UK.
How long has this puja been running?
Estimated since 1993 (unverified — confirm with the committee).
Is entry free?
Typically yes, though some meals or events may be ticketed.
What are other notable UK Durga Puja celebrations?
Aadi Shakti Sarvojonin Durgotsav, Aantarik – Bengali Association of Bromley, Aberdeen Durga Puja, Adda Slough and Leeds Durga Puja & Diwali Association are among the well-known UK diaspora celebrations.
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