Barowari
বারোয়ারি
bah-roh-WAH-ree
A public or community-organized Durga Puja in Bengal.
Meaning & usage
Barowari refers to a form of Durga Puja that is organized by a community or a group of people rather than a single family. This tradition started in the early 20th century in Bengal to make the festival more inclusive and accessible to the public. The term 'Barowari' comes from the Bengali words 'baro' (twelve) and 'yari' (friends), indicating a collective effort.
In a sentence
The Barowari Durga Puja in Kolkata attracts thousands of visitors each year.
As seen in crosswords
Barowari is a 8-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A public or community-organized Durga Puja in Bengal” (8)
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