Calcutta, September 20, 2000 : With barely a fortnight to go for Durga Puja, this most revered of Indian festivals, 123India.com - India's premier portal invites you and your family to partake in this joyous occasion. An exclusive channel on Puja http://www.puja.123india.com/ dedicated to Puja provides you with an experience that promises to make this Puja a complete, wholesome celebration.

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