Durga Puja in Kolkata not at odds with doctor protests | Analysis

The Durga Puja immersion carnival organized by the West Bengal government was initially overshadowed by protests over the rape and murder of a doctor, sparking concerns that the two events were in opposition to each other. However, as the festivities concluded, it became clear that the protests and pujas actually complemented each other. The resident doctors’ hunger strike did not dampen the Puja celebrations, with large crowds attending the festivities. The government successfully organized the Durga Puja Carnival, attracting thousands of spectators. The protests, primarily directed at the state government, continued alongside the festivities, highlighting deeper issues in the healthcare system. Despite initial tensions, the protests and pujas coexisted during this year’s Durga Puja festivities.