Fifty years of Durga Puja in the UK celebrated in Woodford

The Bengali Cultural Association has celebrated 50 years of Durga Puja in the UK with a five-day festival in Woodford.

“We were honoured to host this celebration at the Hawkey Hall, a venue that has become an integral part of our traditions,” said South Woodford resident and president of the association Ajay Ghoshal.

Iain Duncan Smith MP and local schoolchildren were among the guests who attended the event in early October.

Durga Puja is a major Hindu festival honouring the goddess Durga.