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🪔 North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) — About This Puja
North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) is a Durga Puja celebration in New Jersey, USA. A Bengali/Hindu community Durga Puja celebration serving New Jersey.
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)
Traditional idol and classic pandal decor
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📋 Key Information
- Puja: North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA)
- Location: New Jersey, USA
- Highlights: A Bengali/Hindu community Durga Puja celebration serving New Jersey
- Estimated 2026 theme: Traditional idol and classic pandal decor
- Estimated founding year: 1988
- 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 US 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 organizing 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 North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) 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 North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA)?
Estimated: Traditional idol and classic pandal decor (unverified — confirm with the committee).
Where is North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) located?
North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) is based in New Jersey, USA.
How long has this puja been running?
Estimated since 1988 (unverified — confirm with the committee).
Is entry free?
Typically yes, though some meals or events may be ticketed.
What are other notable USA Durga Puja celebrations?
UTSOV Durga Puja, Garden State Cultural Association (GSCA), Bengali Community Society of South Jersey (BCSSJ), Indian Community Center of Garden State (ICCGS) and North Jersey Bengali Association (NJBA) are among the well-known USA diaspora celebrations.
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