Kolkata, Sep 30 (UNI) The well-known ‘Sheesh Mahal’, often known as the “Mirror Palace”, of Rajasthan has been recreated within the Durga Puja pandal at Youth Affiliation of Mohammad Ali Park this yr.

The puja was inaugurated by Member of Parliament Sudip Bandyopadhyay on Friday.

Vivek Gupta, MLA; Rehana Khatun, Councillor & Borough Chairman; Smita Bakshi, Ex MLA; Sanjay Bakshi, Ex MLA; Rajesh Sinha, Councillor & many different eminent personalities attended the inauguration ceremony

Sheesh Mahal is often known as the “Mirror Palace”. Attractive valuable stones and glass, fantastically hand-crafted work make Sheesh Mahal a surprise. Mirror-work has lengthy performed a big function in all forms of decor, and Rajasthan takes the credit score for introducing the world to novel methods of utilising mirrors.

The necessity to beautify impacts all facets of life in Rajasthan and was initially employed to embellish houses. However, in reality, the mirror was first used as an adornment on the surface partitions – embedded neatly on the mud partitions. Small and round in form, these mirrors have an interesting design with white chalk surrounding them.

Chatting with the media, Surendra Kr Sharma, Common Secretary of Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja stated, “We now have provide you with the Sheesh Mahal theme this yr since many individuals had requested us as they might not go to Rajasthan however wished to have a style of the structure in Kolkata itself. From the quintessential corners of the thoughts comes alive the wanderlust exploring the wealthy tradition and heritage of an period passed by. To make the celebrations much more vibrant and regal, we’re designing this Mirror Palace as one of many magnificent piece of structure constructed with stunning valuable stones and glass and with stunning handmade work.”

The wall and ceiling of the Pandal is carved with stunning work and flowers which is product of pure glass and valuable stone. It consists of beautiful art work. The reflection of sunshine converts a small ray of sunshine additionally into thousand of stars and it appears improbable and by this you will get an concept of what degree of structure has been utilized in making this Pandal.

Jaipur’s Sheesh Mahal has stood testomony to the altering time and evolving cityscape. Going again to why Sheesh Mahal was in-built historic occasions at Rajasthan and what was the necessity of this. Many individuals have this query of their minds. This Mahal was made by glass in historic days as a result of the queen was not allowed to sleep in open air however she beloved to see the celebrities whereas sleeping. So the king ordered his architects to make that form of mahal which may remedy the issue.

The architects constructed Sheesh mahal which was constructed with stones and glass and in night time the reflection of two candles in glass appears like stars in entire room. And second cause was that for palace constructed. The King used to shift from Sukh Niwas to Sheesh Mahal in winter season. The ceiling mirror glass reflection of the candles maintain the room heat.

On this event, Ashok Ojha, Joint Secretary of Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja stated, “With 1000’s of flickering reflections, the Sheesh Mahal Pandal will illuminate its environment, bringing it to life. One can relive the attractive historical past of the palace at this Pandal. It is going to be a mirrored image of the sweetness and grandeur of the royals of Rajasthan. There are numerous work and artworks contained in the Puja Mandap that may each curiosity and astound you. The craftsmanship of this pandal is breath-taking. The work of looking murals on the partitions and the distinctive mirror and glass work contribute to the venue’s splendour.”

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