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Sarbojonin Durgotshob: One of the biggest Indian festivals in Berlin

Sarbojonin Durgotshob: One of the biggest Indian festivals in Berlin

Oct 11, 2021Oct 15, 2021
Sri Ganesha Hindu Temple, Hasenheide 106, 10967
Berlin
Free

Experience a vibrant Indian festival, right in the heart of Berlin, at the Sarbojonin Durgotshob. All are invited to enjoy the dancing, music, and other traditional activities. 

Experience a true Indian festival in Berlin

The vibrant festivals of India are testament to the country’s diverse range of traditions and cultures. They mark the birthday of gods and goddesses, seasonal changes, and a lot more. Festivals are celebrated jointly, irrespective of people’s caste, religion or language, bringing them closer together and creating stronger bonds. 

One such festival is being celebrated in the heart of Berlin. Durga Puga is the biggest Bengali festival, celebrated in honour of the Hindu Goddess Maa Durga. The festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil, when Goddess Durga killed the demon Mahishasur. 

To mark the occasion, from October 11 to 15, 2021, Ignite eV Berlin is putting on Sarbojanin Durgotshob at the Sri Ganesha Hindu temple in Berlin. All are invited to join the festival, which will feature classical Indian dance, music, and other traditional activities. Entry is free, but donations are welcome; they can be made at the venue or online. 

Attending the Durga Puja festival

Here’s what you need to know about the event: 

  • What: Sarbojonin Durgotshob festival
  • When: October 11 - 15, 2021
  • Where: Sri Ganesha Hindu Temple, Hasenheide 106, 10967 Berlin
  • Find out more

Each day of the festival will feature a variety of different activities. Alongside worshipping rituals like Pujo (morning prayer) and Sondhya Aroti (evening prayer), there will also be cultural events. Expect to see little kids dancing to Indian songs, men and women dressed in colourful saris and traditional clothes, and older people doing Natak (theatre). Also present will be some members of the Indian Embassy as honourable guests. 

Then, on the evening of October 15, the Sindur Khela, which is a tradition in Bengal, will take place. Witnessing this ritual is like seeing the true essence of India. Married Hindu women apply sindoor (vermilion) to the forehead and feet of the goddess and offer her sweets. They then put sindoor on each other’s faces and give each other sweets. 

indian festival poster

Festival itinerary

Here’s what’s going on at each day of the festival:

Monday, October 11 (Soshti)

  • Pujo (morning prayer): 9.30 am - 1.41 pm
  • Sondhya Aroti (evening prayer): 7 pm

Tuesday, October 12 (Shoptomi)

  • Pujo: 9.46 am - 1.13 pm
  • Sondhya Aroti: 6.30 pm
  • Cultural events: 7 - 8 pm

Wednesday, October 13 (Oshtomi)

  • Pujo: 9.46 am - 1.13 pm
  • Cultural events: 7 pm - 8 pm
  • Sondhi Pujo: 8.14 pm

Thursday, October 14 (Nobomi)

  • Pujo: 10.16 am - 3.07 pm
  • Sondhya Aroti: 6.30 pm
  • Cultural events: 7 - 8 pm

Friday, October 15 (Doshomi)

  • Pujo: 8.19 - 10.48 am
  • Sidur Khela: 6.30 pm

See you there!

If you are in or around Berlin during these days, you must come and witness the Pujo! All are welcome to join this free, magical event. Tickets are not required so feel free to simply show up. You can find out more on the Ignite eV website.