Kolkata roads get a splash of colour, traditional ‘alpona’ ahead of Durga Puja
Kolkata is undergoing a beautification drive featuring traditional 'alpona' art on roads and flyovers ahead of Durga Puja. The initiative, led by the new BJP government, emphasizes communal harmony through the participation of artists from diverse religious backgrounds.
Why it matters
The project serves as a cultural and political statement by the new administration to foster public trust and celebrate regional heritage.
Monotonous asphalt roads and busy flyovers in Kolkata are getting a colourful makeover with traditional ‘alpona’ motifs as part of a beautification drive ahead of Durga Puja.
The Gariahat Bridge has turned into a rainbow of pink, orange, green, and yellow, while a large alpona design in contrasting red and white has appeared at the Park Circus seven-point crossing.
The initiative is part of a beautification drive by the new Bharatiya Janata Party government to give the city a makeover ahead of the festival.
Inspecting the work at Gariahat Bridge, West Bengal Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul described the initiative as a symbol of brotherhood, love and public trust.
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