Heritage. Community. Culture...
Durgotsav-BPCSV celebrates the spirit of courage, devotion, and community.
16 - 18 October 2026
Welcome to BPCSV
Where faith meets culture, and community comes together
Bengali Puja and Cultural Society of Victoria is one of the oldest and most vibrant organisations of the Hindu Bengali community living in Australia.
Our vision is to provide a growing platform where community members can practise, preserve and celebrate our rich Bengali heritage — through puja, music, dance, literature, food and friendship — right here in Victoria.
Community First
A growing platform where members practise, preserve and share Bengali culture and heritage in Australia.
Faith & Devotion
Shorbojonin puja celebrations that welcome everyone — members, families and friends alike.
Culture & Arts
Music, dance, theatre, literature and food that keep our traditions alive for the next generation.
Service & Support
Standing with our community through welfare initiatives, donations and volunteer efforts.
23+
Years of Community
300+
Members
10+
Festivals Each Year
60+
Volunteers
Festival Announcement
BPCSV Event Calender 2026 -2027
An Offering of Culture, Devotion, and Community Spirit
The Bengali Puja and Cultural Society of Victoria (BPCSV) warmly invites you to join the celebration of Saraswati Puja Festival 2026. This festival is not only a time of devotion but also a platform for cultural exchange, community bonding, and the preservation of our rich Bengali heritage in Melbourne.
Through sacred rituals, music, dance, theatre, literature, and traditional food, we honour Ma Saraswati as the eternal symbol of knowledge, wisdom, learning, music, arts, and compassion. The Puja reflects our collective spirit where faith meets culture, tradition meets creativity, and community comes together in harmony.
From Our Committee
Messages
President's Message
President — BPCSV
It gives me great pleasure to welcome every member, friend and well-wisher to our annual celebrations. Our society has always stood for togetherness — a place where tradition is carried forward by the next generation and where every family finds a home away from home.
Message from the Committee
Durga Puja & Spring Festival — 2025
Our committee works through the year so that the community can gather, worship and celebrate together. We thank our sponsors, volunteers and members whose generosity makes every event possible.
Save the Dates
Upcoming Festivals & Events
Festival
16 -18 October 2026
Durga Puja 2026
📞 Community Contact Details | যোগাযোগ
If you have questions regarding puja rituals, cultural program participation, volunteering, or sponsorships, please get in touch with our team.
Official Email:
Website:
Facebook Page:
Postal Address: PO Box 7024, Karingal Centre, VIC 3199, Australia
Join us in celebrating BPCSV Durgotsav 2026.
Marking 23 wonderful years of vibrant festivities and community spirit! We warmly invite you to partake in the auspicious rituals and cultural events running across October:
Mahalaya—Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 6:30 PM (Oakleigh Hall, 142 Drummond Street, Oakleigh)
Festival
10 October 2026
Mohaloya 2026
DATE: 10TH OCTOBER 2026
TIME: 7 PM
VENUE: OAKLEIGH HALL
142-144 DRUMMOND STREET, OAKLEIGH VIC - 3166
Program Highlights
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🎵 Mahishasura Mardini Recitations: Recreating the immortal chants and narration of Chandi Path.
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🎼 Agamoni Songs (আগমনী গান): Heartfelt musical renditions celebrating Maa Durga’s home-coming.
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🪔 Devotional & Rabindra Sangeet Performances: Presented by local artists and cultural enthusiasts.
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☕ Community Refreshments & Fellowship: Connect with fellow community members over warm tea and snacks following the program.
Significance of Mahalaya
Mahalaya marks the sacred transition from Pitru Paksha (the fortnight of paying homage to ancestors) to Devi Paksha (the dawn of the Divine Goddess). It signifies the invocation of Maa Durga to descend to Earth, bringing strength, peace, and the triumph of good over evil.
Festival
24th October 2026, Saturday
লক্ষ্মীপূজার গুরুত্ব ও তাৎপর্য
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কোজাগরী শব্দার্থ: "কোজাগরী" এসেছে "কো জাগ্রতি?" (কে জেগে আছ?) কথাটি থেকে। বিশ্বাস করা হয়, পূর্ণিমার রাতে ধনদেবী মা লক্ষ্মী মর্ত্যে অবতীর্ণ হন এবং গৃহস্থদের ঘরে ঘরে গিয়ে খোঁজ নেন কে জেগে তাঁর সাধনা করছে।
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সৌভাগ্য ও সমৃদ্ধি: মা লক্ষ্মী হলেন সমৃদ্ধি, ভাগ্য, আলো, পরিষ্কার-পরিচ্ছন্নতা এবং শান্তির প্রতীক।
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আলপনা ও গৃহসজ্জা: লক্ষ্মীপূজার অন্যতম প্রধান আকর্ষণ হলো আলপনা। বিশেষ করে চালের গুঁড়ো দিয়ে তৈরি আলপনায় মা লক্ষ্মীর পদ্মফুল এবং চরণচিহ্ন (পায়ের ছাপ) আঁকা হয়, যা মা লক্ষ্মীকে ঘরে আহ্বান জানানোর প্রতীক।
Laxmi Puja 2026
Shree Shree Lakshmi Puja (শ্রী শ্রী লক্ষ্মীপূজা)
Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Oakleigh Hall
142–144 Drummond Street, Oakleigh VIC 3166
Program Highlights
- Welcome and community gathering
- Lakshmi Puja and devotional prayers
- Aarti and blessings
- Prasad
শ্রীশ্রী লক্ষ্মীপূজা (Laxmi Puja) বাঙালি সনাতন সংস্কৃতি ও হিন্দু ধর্মে এক অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ ও মঙ্গলময় উৎসব। শারদীয় দুর্গাপূজার ঠিক পরেই আশ্বিন/কার্তিক মাসের পূর্ণিমা তিথিতে (যাকে কোজাগরী পূর্ণিমা বলা হয়) মা লক্ষ্মীর আরাধনা করা হয়। গৃহের সুখ, শান্তি, সমৃদ্ধি এবং ধন-ধান্য বৃদ্ধির কামনায় ঘরে ঘরে দেবী লক্ষ্মীর পূজা অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।
Mahamaya — Our Annual Magazine
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2026
Mahamaya 2026
2025
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2025
2024
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2024
2023
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2023
2022
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2022
2021
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2021
2020
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahaesshori 2020
2019
Annual Puja Magazine
Trinoyanni 2019
2018
Annual Puja Magazine
Mahamaya 2018
Notices
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Mahamaya 2026
Our Sponsors
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Our Durgotsav 2026 Sponsors and Contributors
Durgotsav 2026 would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors and contributors. Their support helps us bring our community together to celebrate our heritage, culture and traditions. On behalf of BPCSV, we sincerely thank every individual, family and business who has stood with us this year.
On behalf of the Bengali Puja & Cultural Society of Victoria (BPCSV), we thank everyone for standing with us.
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দুর্গোৎসব ২০২৬-এর সকল পৃষ্ঠপোষক ও সহযোগীদের আন্তরিক কৃতজ্ঞতা ও ধন্যবাদ। আপনাদের সহযোগিতাই আমাদের উৎসবকে সম্পূর্ণ করেছে।
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