Dibrugarh Durga Puja Pandal Celebrates Assam’s Tea Garden Heritage

The Durga Puja pandal set up in Dibrugarh this year has drawn visitors into the world of Assam’s tea gardens, with its décor featuring tea leaves, pots, and the iconic tea estate workers’ attire. Artisans from nearby tea estates displayed hand‑woven fabrics, bamboo crafts and traditional sweets that are staples of the region’s culture.\n\nLocal vendors set up stalls selling fresh tea leaves, tea‑based snacks and handmade jewelry, allowing devotees to experience the region’s agrarian heritage while worshipping Goddess Durga.\n\nThe pandal’s management, in collaboration with the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation, aimed to highlight the socio‑economic importance of tea cultivation in Assam, making the festival not just a religious observance but also a cultural showcase.\n\nAttendance was high, with people from surrounding districts coming to witness the unique blend of spirituality and local tradition. The event is expected to boost tourism and raise awareness about the tea industry’s role in the state’s economy.