Kolkata's Durga Puja pandals are combining artistic creativity with environmental advocacy, highlighting preservation of greenery and sustainable practices. The BC Block Residents' Association's 'Jiyon Kathi' pandal emphasizes reusing materials and reducing waste, praised by West Bengal Health Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee. Other pandals, including an EC Block Mahabharata-themed display, blend cultural heritage with social awareness.
