A Festival with a Message
The Azad Hind Club Durga Puja Committee in Pandu will mark its 73rd year of celebration by focusing on a powerful social issue — child trafficking. The pandal, built with a budget of ₹26 lakh, will be unveiled on September 27 at 7 PM.
The Azad Hind Club Puja Committee in Pandu, Guwahati, is dedicating its 2025 pandal theme to child trafficking awareness, with a ₹26 lakh budget and grand opening on September 27.
Spotlight on Child Trafficking
The pandal’s theme will portray the struggles and harsh realities of children affected by trafficking, an issue that continues to impact vulnerable communities across the Northeast. By turning the festival into a platform for awareness, the organisers aim to spark conversations on the seriousness of child exploitation.
A committee spokesperson said, “This year we wanted to focus on a social concern that is often overlooked. Through this theme, we hope people will reflect on the seriousness of child trafficking.”
From Creative Themes to Social Impact
Last year, the same committee drew attention with a Grand Lisboa Hotel–themed pandal during its 72nd year of celebrations. This year, the shift to a hard-hitting social narrative reflects a growing trend in Guwahati — pandals that go beyond decoration to highlight pressing issues such as women’s safety, trafficking, and social inequality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme of the Azad Hind Club’s 2025 Durga Puja pandal?
The theme is child trafficking, focusing on struggles faced by vulnerable children.
When will the pandal open?
The grand opening is scheduled for September 27 at 7 PM in Pandu, Guwahati.