Are Durga Puja pandals near you in Kolkata open today? Check the list of closures & entry restrictions after Chorbagan stampede kills 19 and injures 25

Several prominent Durga Puja pandals across Kolkata have temporarily suspended visitor entry following a deadly stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal that claimed 19 lives and left 25 people injured. The closures came after the administration instructed organisers to take measures to prevent further crowding and ensure public safety. Among the major pujas that have restricted entry are Tala Prattoy, Alipore Sarbojanin, Chetla Agrani and Ballygunge Sarbojanin. The Durga Puja celebrations at Allen Park on the city's iconic Park Street have also been cancelled, while several pandals in Salt Lake have temporarily stopped allowing visitors.

The Santosh Mitra Square Durga Puja Committee in central Kolkata, led by BJP MLA Sajal Ghosh, has also restricted entry and appealed to people not to visit the pandal for the time being.

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Which Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals Are Closed Today?

Several popular pandals have announced temporary closures or restrictions following the fatal incident. The measures are intended to manage crowds and comply with administrative instructions.

• Tala Prattoy: The organisers announced a temporary closure in a Facebook post, citing administrative instructions and public safety concerns.
• Alipore Sarbojanin: The organisers were among those who asked visitors to stop entering the pandal.
• Chetla Agrani: Entry has been suspended temporarily following the incident.
• Ballygunge Sarbojanin: The organisers have also restricted pandal entry.
• Santosh Mitra Square: The committee has asked people to refrain from visiting the pandal.
• Allen Park, Park Street: The scheduled show has been cancelled.
• Salt Lake pandals: Several puja organisers in the area have temporarily stopped visitor entry.

Visitors should check the latest announcements from individual organisers and Kolkata Police before travelling, as restrictions and reopening plans may change.

Tala Prattoy Announces Temporary Closure

The Tala Prattoy Durga Puja committee confirmed its decision to close the pandal temporarily in a Facebook post, citing instructions from the administration.

The committee said the decision was taken with public safety in mind and urged people to celebrate the festival responsibly.

The announcement came as authorities and puja organisers moved to control crowds at some of Kolkata's most popular Durga Puja destinations following the tragedy.

Kolkata Stampede: Death Toll Rises to 19

The stampede occurred at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal on Muktarambabu Street in north Kolkata, where a large crowd had gathered to see the idols. Tensions reportedly escalated after a portion of the exit gate structure collapsed, triggering panic among visitors.

At least 19 people died in the incident, while 25 others were injured. The injured were taken to Calcutta Medical College and Hospital and two other state-run hospitals for treatment. One of the injured was reported to be in critical condition.

Police arrested seven people, including puja organisers, on Sunday in connection with the incident. A forensic team also visited the site to examine the circumstances surrounding the stampede.

Suvendu Adhikari Announces Compensation, SIT Probe

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the affected pandal at around 1 am, where he inspected the site and spoke with police personnel and organisers. Before the visit, he met the families of the deceased and injured at Calcutta Medical College and Hospital.

The chief minister announced compensation of Rs 25 lakh and a government job for the next of kin of each person who died in the stampede. He also announced the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the incident.

The administration's response has prompted several major puja committees to reassess crowd management and temporarily halt visitor entry.

Are Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals Open Today?

Not all Durga Puja pandals across Kolkata have necessarily closed. However, several prominent organisers have temporarily suspended entry or cancelled scheduled events following the Chorbagan stampede.

Visitors planning to visit pandals should confirm their current status through official committee announcements and local police advisories before setting out. Entry restrictions may remain in place until the authorities and organisers consider it safe to reopen.

With the investigation under way and crowd-control measures being reviewed, the situation may change throughout the day. Checking the latest official updates is the best way for pandal hoppers to avoid unnecessary travel and stay safe.


Inputs from agencies