What to carry on a 2026 Durga Puja night

Pandal hopping is walking, waiting, photographing and navigating — often from dusk until 2am. Phones die on maps and cameras. Ashwin evenings in Bengal are humid and can turn to rain without warning. This kit is the list our visitors actually need on the route, not another idol set.

Pick four things first: a high-capacity power bank, a compact umbrella or poncho, shoes you can stand in for hours, and a small bag that leaves your hands free. Add a phone tripod if you join Photo Rewards. Wet wipes, mosquito repellent and ORS help if you are taking children through crowded North Kolkata lanes.

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