Best Shopping Markets in Kolkata for Durga Puja: Affordable & Stylish Finds Durga Puja in Kolkata isn’t just about pandal hopping, dhunuchi naach, or mouth-watering bhog—it’s also the time when the entire city turns into one giant shopping festival. If you’ve grown up here, you already know the excitement of buying that “pujo’r notun jama” (new festive outfit). But even if you’re new, one stroll through Kolkata’s markets in the weeks leading up to Puja will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a carnival of colors, fabrics, and endless bargaining. Now, here’s the question we all ask every year: Where do I shop this time? Because, honestly, the choices are overwhelming. Let’s make it easier—here are some of the best shopping markets in Kolkata for affordable, stylish, and all-things-Puja. 1. Gariahat Market – The Forever Favorite If Kolkata had a queen of markets, Gariahat would wear the crown. From budget sarees to trendy kurtis, quirky jewelry to household items—you name it...