Tufani Sangha
Cultural Events
Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha, located in North Bharat Nagar in the 24th ward under Siliguri Municipal Corporation, is a hub of cultural activities and events that bring the local community together. The club takes pride in regularly organizing various cultural events that celebrate the heritage and traditions of India. One of the most cherished events is the annual Rabindra Jayanti celebration, which honors the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, a pioneer of Bengali literature and culture. Along with this, the club also hosts events for Independence Day, where patriotism is celebrated with performances and activities that include the local community, especially children.
Another highlight is the Sit & Draw competition, which encourages young talents to express their creativity through art. This competition not only promotes artistic development but also brings families together to appreciate the budding talent of the youth. The club also organizes cultural programs and dance events, where local talents, including children and teenagers, get the opportunity to showcase their skills on stage. These events are aimed at nurturing talent and building a sense of community and pride among the participants. Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha serves as a platform where tradition, talent, and community spirit come together, fostering an environment of learning and celebration for all age groups.
Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Puja, a festival that reveres Devi Saraswati, the Goddess of wisdom, knowledge, art, and culture, holds a special place at Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha. The Club located in the heart of North Bharat Nagar under Siliguri Municipal Corporation, the club’s dedication to Saraswati Puja reflects its role as a center of learning and inspiration. Saraswati, also known as Vak Devi or the goddess of speech, is worshipped by younger members of the club seeking her blessings for success in academics, art, and intellectual pursuits. This tradition is deeply embedded in Indian culture, where children, especially on their first day of school, offer prayers to Saraswati, asking for her guidance in their studies.
Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha embraces this tradition by organizing the Saraswati Puja at its premises annually, attracting the younger generations who come to the club’s premises to pay homage to the goddess. The puja not only marks a spiritual moment but also represents the club’s commitment to fostering a love for knowledge and wisdom among the local youth. The atmosphere during the festival is filled with devotion and cultural vibrancy, as children and young adults gather to seek the blessings of the goddess. Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha plays a vital role in keeping these traditions alive, offering a space where the community can come together to celebrate the goddess of wisdom in a meaningful and heartfelt manner.
Kali Puja
Goddess Kali, a powerful symbol of strength, wisdom, and self-realization, is celebrated with great fervour at Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha. Located in North Bharat Nagar under the Siliguri Municipal Corporation, the club has been organizing the grand festival of Kali Puja for several decades, becoming a prominent organisation in the celebration of Shakti, the divine feminine power. Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha views Kali as the ultimate force behind spiritual awakening and self-knowledge, and the puja serves as a reminder to ingrain this divine strength into the hearts of the younger generation. With each passing year, the Kali Puja celebration at Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha grows in stature and participation, bringing the community closer in celebration of the goddess.
The club has ambitious plans to turn the Kali Puja celebration into one of the largest cultural events in South Siliguri. With its golden jubilee just around the corner, Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha is positioning itself to make this festival a major highlight on Siliguri’s cultural calendar. In doing so, the club is creating branding opportunities for the corporates and local businesses. By involving sponsors, they aim to make the event even grander, attracting larger crowds and engaging more community members. The vision is to make the Kali Puja not just a religious ceremony, but a cultural extravaganza that unites the local population and provides a platform for businesses to showcase their products and messages. With a focus on expanding the scale of the festival, Bharat Nagar Tufani Sangha is on the path to making Kali Puja a landmark event in the Siliguri region.