Pujabarshiki Anandamela Galpa Sangkalan by Anandamela Sangkalan [Hardcover]

Anandamela is synonymous with the childhood of Bengalis—a gateway to imagination, a window to the world of wonder. It was in 1378 Bengali Year (1971) that the first Pujabarshiki Anandamela was published during Durga Puja, marking the beginning of a cherished tradition—the arrival of a colorful annual magazine that captured the hearts of young readers. Over the past 35 years, it has become an essential part of the festive season.

Durga Puja is more than just a festival—it is the scent of new clothes, the grandeur of pandals, misty autumn mornings, and the sight of white clouds floating across the blue sky. Anandamela Pujabarshiki embodies this magic, bringing the spirit of Puja alive for generations.

However, times have changed. Today, the essence of Puja is often overshadowed by commercial trends—narrow lanes filled with bamboo scaffolding for pandals, shops advertising sales, and media headlines focusing on the latest artistic innovations at Kumartuli. The golden sunlight on kaash flowers and the dew-kissed shiuli blossoms are rare sights now.

Yet, amidst all these changes, some things remain constant—the Puja holidays and the joy of Anandamela.