Step into the heart of Barisha Dakshin. Feel the ancient energy. This isn’t just any neighborhood. It’s a living testament to centuries of history and tradition. Right here in Barisha Dakshin Kolkata stands a place of immense historical importance. The Sabarna Roy Choudhury family once called this place home. Their legacy shaped this area into a center of history education and religious culture.
Barisha Dakshin’s story begins long ago. In 1608 Laksmikanta Roy Choudhury received a vast land grant. He established a Durga Puja in 1610. This is now considered the oldest Durga Puja in Bengal. Generations of the Roy Choudhury family lived here. They built temples and fostered cultural traditions. Barisha Dakshin became their largest settlement. They initiated other religious observances. These include the Chandi Puja and Jagadhatri Puja. Numerous temples were also constructed including the Annapurna Temple and the Radhakanto Temple. Several Dwadash Shiva Temples were also established.
The Barisha Rathayatra Utsav started in 1719. It’s one of Kolkata’s oldest and most renowned chariot festivals. The Sabarna Roy Choudhury family’s six Durga Pujas are world-famous. They draw thousands of people every year. They are held at Aatchala Bari Baro Bari Mejobari Kalikingkar Bhawan Benaki Bari and Majher Bari. The Aatchala Bari hosts the oldest of these dating back to 1610.
Beyond the religious celebrations Barisha Dakshin has a rich educational history. The Sabarna family established schools. They supported the creation of libraries like the Barisha Town Library. Today Barisha Dakshin is a bustling neighborhood. People from all walks of life live here. The legacy of the Sabarna Roy Choudhury family continues to resonate. It shapes the area’s unique character and identity. Barisha Dakshin is more than just a place it is a vibrant tapestry of history faith and community. It’s a treasure waiting to be explored. A place to experience Kolkata’s soul.