Kolkata Roads Get a Splash of Colour, Traditional ‘Alpona’ Ahead of Durga Puja

Kolkata roads get a splash of colour, traditional ‘alpona’ ahead of Durga Puja

Kolkata uses alpona art to beautify streets ahead of Durga Puja, symbolizing unity and BJP-led communal harmony efforts.

Kolkata’s Gariahat Flyover Gets a Colourful Makeover Amid Durga Puja Festivities

Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. The flyover has been painted in striking shades of red, orange and yellow, transforming the road surface into a colourful stretch that stands out amid the surrounding traffic and bustling cityscape. Entertainment News | Kolkata’s Gariahat Flyover Gets a Colourful Makeover Amid Durga Puja Festivities.

Red, pink, yellow and orange — Kolkata roads adorn new colours in BJP govt’s first Puja celebrations

Patches of black tarred roads now look like slices of rainbow, with red, pink, yellow and orange lanes, while the city’s busy crossings have turned into floral motifs.

Kolkata flyovers get a splash of colour, traditional alpona ahead of Durga Puja

Kolkata's flyovers are being repainted in festive colours and alpona ahead of Durga Puja 2026. The makeover has drawn attention online as the city extends Puja decoration to everyday landmarks.

Flyover road surfaces get festive coat of paint

KMDA and HRBC paint Gariahat, Chingrighata and other Kolkata flyovers in VIBGYOR ahead of Durga Puja, with night blocks raising traffic concerns.

Why are Kolkata flyovers getting pink, yellow makeover ahead of Durga Puja?

Kolkata is getting a colourful makeover ahead of Durga Puja, with painted flyovers and traditional alpana designs. While Minister Agnimitra Paul highlights communal harmony, critics and road safety experts raise concerns about driver visibility, traffic congestion and public spending.