“Ek Tukdo Aakash” or “A Piece of Sky” is not just a theme. It’s the Young Boys Club’s way of sparking conversation during Durga Puja. The Young Boys Club is located near Tara Chand Dutta Street. This street links Central Avenue with Rabindra Sarani. It’s a spot that draws many residents.
The Young Boys Club has been celebrating Durga Puja for 55 years. In 2024, they used their platform to highlight a pressing issue. Kolkata is seeing rapid urban development. High-rise buildings are changing the skyline. The natural beauty of the city is getting obscured. Open spaces and natural light are diminishing. The sky is increasingly hidden.
Rakesh Singh is the Chief Organiser of the Young Boys Club. He said their 55th Durga Puja honored traditions. It also highlighted the impact of urbanization. He sees the theme as a reminder. It reminds people of the beauty we’re losing. It encourages reflection on the spaces we inhabit.
Vikrant Singh is the Youth President of the Young Boys Club. He believes the theme deeply resonates with the younger generation. They are aware of the changes in their environment. He invited everyone to join the celebration. He wants people to connect with their cultural roots. He also wants meaningful conversations about Kolkata’s future.
Vinod Singh is the Co-organiser of the Young Boys Club. He said they aimed to create an immersive experience. This experience celebrates cultural heritage. It also sparks awareness about urban challenges. He hopes their theme inspires responsibility towards the environment. He wants to encourage positive change.
Artist Souvik Kali crafted the mandapa for the Young Boys Club. It resembled a dense cluster of urban flats. Bamboo, wood, and iron were used. The mandapa reflected the overwhelming presence of urbanization. Cement and brick showed the contrast between tradition and modernity.
Biswajit Saha designed the lighting. It created an interplay of light and shadow. This symbolized the struggles of residents. They navigate this urban landscape. Parimal Pal designed the idols. They honored traditional craftsmanship. This reinforced Bengal’s deep cultural heritage.
So as we stand before the Young Boys Club. Let’s remember “Ek Tukdo Aakash”. It’s a call to protect the beauty around us. It encourages us to think about the future of our cities. It reminds us that development and tradition must find a balance.