Rath Mela 2012

Traditional Rath Mela of rural Bengal this evening, where the nuts,
sweets, toys for kids, jilapi and pappad are the main attractions.

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A. B.

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Unknown said…
Asim, is the Rath Mela being organised at Dhakuria?
24 June, 2012 12:25
Bandoasim said…
Rath mela at Rath tala of Dhakuria is for one day. But you can visit the Rath Mela at Ramlila Maidan of Moulali still now.
04 July, 2012 18:51
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