The Bishnupur Sarbajanin Durga Puja Committee in Guwahati is preparing for a special Durga Puja celebration in 2026. The committee will mark its 76th year and Platinum Jubilee with a new theme called “Naglok.”
One of the biggest talking points this year is the introduction of an optional ₹199 ticket through BookMyShow. However, visitors should know that the ₹199 ticket is not compulsory. The committee has said that devotees can continue to use the general entry system without buying the ticket.
The celebration is scheduled from October 15 to October 20, 2026, making it one of the events to watch during Guwahati’s Durga Puja season.
₹199 Ticket Is Optional, Not Mandatory
The introduction of the ₹199 ticket has attracted attention because Durga Puja pandals are traditionally associated with public access.
According to the committee’s clarification, the ticket has been introduced for visitors who want a more convenient darshan experience and easier entry during the busy festival period.
The ticket costs ₹199 per person and is available through BookMyShow. But buying it is not required to visit the Puja venue. General entry will continue as before.
This means visitors essentially have two options:
- General entry: No ₹199 ticket required.
- Optional ticket: ₹199 per person through the online booking platform.
The committee has also stated that money collected through the ticket facility will be used for conducting the Durga Puja celebrations.
Bishnupur Durga Puja 2026 Dates and Venue
The 2026 celebration will take place from October 15 to October 20.
The BookMyShow listing gives the venue as:
Bishnupur Durga Puja Ground, Bishnupur, Guwahati, Assam – 781016.
The listed entry point is near Bishnupur Shiv Mandir, opposite Sabuj Sangha. The event is scheduled to begin at 6 PM, according to the online listing.
| Details | Information |
| Event | Bishnupur Sarbajanin Durga Puja 2026 |
| Location | Bishnupur, Guwahati |
| Dates | October 15–20, 2026 |
| Starting time | 6 PM |
| Ticket price | ₹199 |
| Is ticket compulsory? | No |
| Theme | Naglok |
| Celebration | 76th year / Platinum Jubilee |
| Entry | General entry + optional ticket facility |
| Languages listed | Assamese, Bengali and English |
Naglok Theme to Be a Major Attraction
The biggest visual attraction of the 2026 celebration will be the “Naglok” theme.
The organisers are planning a water-based pandal, giving the celebration a different appearance from a conventional Durga Puja pandal. BookMyShow also lists a special opportunity for devotees to have darshan of Maa Durga through a boat ride.
The boat experience is expected to combine religious devotion with artistic presentation. However, visitors should remember that the boat ride will depend on venue arrangements, safety requirements, crowd management and availability.
Reports about the Platinum Jubilee preparation have also said that the committee has allocated around ₹60 lakh for the celebration and that Padma Shri awardee and artisan Nuruddin Ahmed is associated with the artistic execution of the Naglok concept.
A Special Year for the Bishnupur Committee
The 2026 celebration is significant because it marks 76 years of Bishnupur Durga Puja and the committee’s Platinum Jubilee.
The organisers are combining traditional religious rituals with a large thematic presentation. Visitors can expect the pandal, cultural programmes, decorations and other activities to create a festive environment for families and devotees.
The official event listing describes the celebration as welcoming devotees, families, children and visitors of all age groups.
Safety Advice for Visitors
Because the 2026 theme includes a water-based pandal and boat-ride experience, visitors should follow safety instructions carefully.
Parents should keep children under supervision, especially around water areas. Visitors should also follow directions from volunteers and security personnel.
The event organisers may regulate visitor movement depending on crowd conditions and venue capacity. Timings and activities can also change because of safety requirements, government instructions or unexpected circumstances.
Visitors should also avoid littering and take care of their personal belongings while attending the celebration.
Final Takeaway
The Guwahati Bishnupur Durga Puja 2026 is expected to be an important attraction during this year’s festive season. Its 76th-year Platinum Jubilee, Naglok theme, water-based pandal and planned boat-ride darshan make the celebration different from an ordinary Puja visit.
The ₹199 ticket is likely to remain one of the most discussed aspects of the event. But the key fact is simple: the ₹199 ticket is optional, and general entry remains available.
Visitors interested in the optional ticket should check the latest BookMyShow listing before travelling because event arrangements, timings, availability and crowd-management rules can change.
BookMyShow event listing for Bishnupur Durga Puja 2026