Krishnagar, Nov. 7 -- Calling for a collective effort to build a "new Bengal", BJP's state leader and minister Dilip Ghosh on Saturday urged people to celebrate Kali Puja and Diwali with enthusiasm while exercising restraint over firecrackers, warning that noise and air pollution posed serious health hazards.
Addressing a Kali Puja gathering at Super Netazi Sangha Club in Coopers Camp, Rnaghat, Ghosh said the festive spirit should go beyond religious celebrations and become an occasion for people to unite and work towards the development of West Bengal. He also appealed to young people working outside the state to return home and explore employment opportunities in Bengal.
"Just as we celebrated Durga Puja and Lakshmi Puja with enthusiasm...