Internet Eases Distribution of Goddess Durga Idols to NRIs

August 12, 2005

Source: WebIndia123.com/ANI

http://news.webindia123.com/news/showdetails.asp?id=106274&cat=India

On August 12, 2005 Asian News International reported, "Kolkata's new generation sculptures are adapting new methods to explore foreign markets through the internet to cater to a growing demand for Durga idols by Indians living abroad during Durga festivals. Websites detailing varying sizes and styles of Durga idols beckon Bengali associations from across the globe. There is a considerable number of Bengali Non Resident Indians (NRIs) in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Switzerland who celebrate Durga Puja which falls in October-November. These NRI Bengali communities have become the foucssed-group for the new generation of idol-makers."