West Bengal Welcomes New Year with Enthusiastic Celebrations and Spiritual Festivities

West Bengal celebrated the new year with fervor, as crowds thronged tourist and religious sites. Major attractions like Park Street and Victoria Memorial Hall saw high footfall. The Kalpataru Utsav at Kashipur Mutt and visits to Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Tarapith Temple marked the spiritual aspect of festivities.

West Bengal came alive on Wednesday as residents across the state marked the start of the new year with widespread enthusiasm. Tourist hotspots and revered religious sites experienced a massive turnout, illustrating the state's vivacious spirit.

Park Street, Victoria Memorial Hall, and popular Kolkata attractions like Alipore Zoo and Eco Park drew visitors of all generations. Additionally, the cultural facets of the celebration saw people attending various events and dining out in large numbers.

The spiritual realm of the festivities was highlighted by the 'Kalpataru Utsav' at Kashipur Mutt near Kolkata, where devotees gathered to commemorate Ramakrishna Paramhansa. Significant crowds were also reported at Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Tarapith Temple, with authorities confirming no untoward incidents during the celebrations.

(With inputs from agencies.)