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Kolkata: Fast day, a lunar eclipse, and the exam season dampened Dol Utsav for many families at housing complexes and gated communities on Tuesday. However, many of them made up for it with an extended celebration on Wednesday.At Siddha Pines complex in Rajarhat, there was modest participation during Doljatra Utsav on Tuesday. On Wednesday, however, almost the entire complex came down to celebrate between morning and afternoon. “The Tuesday fast, lunar eclipse and exam season kept many families away from the celebration on Tuesday. But by Wednesday, many more families came out to celebrate. Several students who had an exam on Wednesday joined in later in the afternoon once their exam was over,” said Manav Mehra, the RWA secretary.

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Similar scenes were seen at Silver Spring Complex off E M Bypass, where Wednesday’s participation overtook Tuesday’s headcount. “We had similar arrangements of DJ music and a rain dance on both days. We were surprised to see many families staying away from the celebration on Tuesday, but on Wednesday several more families joined in and played Holi till late into the afternoon,” said Ashok Baid, a senior RWA member.At Apsara Apartment in Park Street, the roof turned into a celebratory zone with water sprays, music, and food and beverage stalls welcoming residents and their guests over two days. “From early morning, the rooftop transformed into a festive arena of laughter and music. Residents and their friends were dressed in white and played with gulaal. Baby pools were set up for kids while adults joined in with a lively rain dance. There was a sumptuous breakfast followed by a traditional lunch. Refreshing thandai was served from the counters lining the terrace,” said Sanwar Agarwal, the complex secretary.Similar celebratory scenes were seen at Siddha Town in Rajarhat, where the celebrations continued for two days. “The festival brought together residents of all ages. Families, children, and senior members actively participated, making the celebration truly special,” said Nimisha Sinha, secretary of Siddha Town Rajarhat Association of Apartment Owners.At Freshia complex off Kolkata airport, the two-day event saw enthusiastic participation. “Special care was taken to ensure a safe, well-organised, and eco-friendly environment throughout the events,” said Koushik Mukherjee, secretary of Freshia Events Committee.



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