Cultural performers dressed in traditional attire took centre stage during Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Kolkata on 20 June 2026, showcasing West Bengal's rich folk and classical heritage. (Photo: NationPress)
Artists created murals depicting yoga and cultural themes on the streets of Kolkata on 20 June 2026, blending Paschimbanga Divas festivities with the run-up to International Yoga Day 2026. (Photo: NationPress)
Boats moved along the Hooghly River as part of Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Kolkata on 20 June 2026, turning the iconic waterway into a centrepiece of West Bengal's foundation day festivities. (Photo: NationPress)
Visitors gathered beneath a decorative light installation along the Hooghly riverfront in Kolkata on 20 June 2026, as the city marked Paschimbanga Divas with public events drawing large crowds to the waterfront. (Photo: NationPress)