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Kolkata Forecast: Rain Likely to Dampen Chaturthi and Panchami Pandal Hopping
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 09:02 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department warns of probable rain in Kolkata, which could disrupt the traditional Chaturthi and Panchami pandal hopping celebrations.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating a high probability of rainfall over the next few days in Kolkata.
The expected showers come at a time when the city is set to host the Chaturthi and Panchami pandal hopping festivals, events that attract large crowds and involve elaborate street decorations.
Organizers of the pandal hopping are closely monitoring the weather updates and may adjust schedules or provide additional safety measures if heavy rain arrives.
Residents and visitors are advised to stay updated with local weather alerts and plan their participation accordingly.
The expected showers come at a time when the city is set to host the Chaturthi and Panchami pandal hopping festivals, events that attract large crowds and involve elaborate street decorations.
Organizers of the pandal hopping are closely monitoring the weather updates and may adjust schedules or provide additional safety measures if heavy rain arrives.
Residents and visitors are advised to stay updated with local weather alerts and plan their participation accordingly.