October - 2026
Aajtak Bangla
A proud moment for the Aikotaan family! Aajtak Bangla featured our Durga Puja 2026 celebration in Tustin, California, sharing the joy of our community with a wider audience. Inspired by “Soul of Rural India,” our celebration brought the charm of Gram Bangla and the warmth of parar pujo to Southern California. This recognition celebrates the creativity, dedication, and love of every volunteer, artist, and community member who made it possible. Thank you, Aajtak Bangla, for showcasing our celebration and helping us share a little piece of Bengal, thousands of miles from home!
Zee 24 Ghanta
A proud moment for the Aikotaan family! Our Durga Puja 2026 decorations, inspired by “Soul of Rural India,” were featured on Zee 24 Ghanta, bringing a glimpse of our beloved Gram Bangla to a wider audience. Through thoughtful artistry, handmade details, and the warmth of a traditional village setting, we celebrated our roots right here in Southern California. This recognition belongs to every volunteer, artist, and community member whose creativity and dedication brought the theme to life. Thank you, Zee 24 Ghanta, for sharing our celebration of heritage, togetherness, and the spirit of our parar pujo!
Bangla Podcast
A proud and melodious moment for the Aikotaan family! Our Durga Puja 2026 theme song was featured on Bangla Podcast, sharing the spirit of our celebration through music. Inspired by “Soul of Rural India,” the song celebrates the warmth of our roots, the joy of togetherness, and the emotions that make Durga Puja so special—even thousands of miles from Bengal. Heartfelt thanks to everyone whose creativity and passion brought this song to life, and to Bangla Podcast for helping its melody reach more hearts!
May - 2026
India Post
Aikotaan is delighted to share that its May 2 Rabindra–Nazrul Jayanti celebration was featured in India Post, bringing wider recognition to our community’s dedication to preserving Bengali culture. Honoring the birth anniversaries of Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam, the celebration reflected the enduring power of their poetry, music, and messages of humanity and harmony. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to this tribute and to India Post for sharing Aikotaan’s cultural journey with a broader audience.