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Durga Puja artisans paint the goddess's eyes last

The painting of the goddess's eyes is one of the most significant steps in idol-making; it is the only deadline everyone seems to meet.

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Published 4:50 AM ET, Sunday, October 18, 2026

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First reported by Hindustan Times: “For Durga Puja, artisans paint Goddess Durga’s eyes last to symbolise her coming to life”.
Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 4:50 AM ET on Best of BBN, by Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield.

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Hindustan TimesFor Durga Puja, artisans paint Goddess Durga’s eyes last to symbolise her coming to life

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