About Tri State Durga Puja

Durga puja is an autumn festival celebrated by Bengalis all over the world. In 1985, the residents of the Tri-State region of Southwestern Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana started jointly celebrating Durga Puja in this region. The 1985 and 1986 events were held in private homes in Kentucky and Indiana. In 1987, the event was held publicly in Dayton, where the name ‘Tri-State Durga Puja’ was officially adopted and in 1990, it was held for the first time in Cincinnati.

The event serves as an annual meeting place for about 1000 people bound by emotion and nostalgia for the cultural traditions of the country of origin of their forefathers, and is a testament to the continuing cooperation and friendship between them.

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Saturday Night

We are thrilled to welcome celebrated Bengali vocalist Arnab Chakraborty as our Saturday night headliner. A deeply versatile singer with a voice that effortlessly moves between the timeless poetry of Rabindra Sangeet, the soulful depth of Nazrul Geeti, and the vibrant energy of modern Bengali film and adhunik songs, Arnab has won the hearts of audiences across West Bengal and the Bengali diaspora worldwide. He rose to national prominence through his acclaimed performances on leading television music platforms and has since graced countless prestigious stages at home and abroad. Known for his emotive phrasing, impeccable classical grounding, and warm stage presence, Arnab promises an unforgettable evening that will resonate with every generation in the audience.

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Sunday Afternoon

Our Sunday afternoon stage comes alive with a truly special family performance by acclaimed vocalist Raghab Chatterjee and his daughters. Raghab Chatterjee is one of Bengal's most beloved singers, celebrated for his soulful renditions spanning Rabindra Sangeet, Nazrul Geeti, adhunik Bengali songs, and evergreen film classics. With a voice that carries both warmth and nuance, he has captivated audiences across India and the global Bengali community for decades. Sharing the stage with him, his daughters bring their own musical sensibility and youthful energy, creating a rare and heartwarming multi-generational musical experience. This intimate family concert is set to be a highlight of TSDP 2026 — an afternoon of melody, emotion, and togetherness perfectly in the spirit of Durga Puja.

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Registration

Tri State Durga Puja is a non-profit organization and its success depends on contributions from our community members. Register before September 1st to take advantage of the Early Bird Price. Online registration closes on September 30th. Standard family registration includes two adults (parents) and dependent children up to age 24.

We accept check and Zelle. For Zelle, pay to TSDP, Zelle tag PAY-TSDP26. Please make the check out to TSDP of Dayton, and send the check to the address: TSDP of Dayton, 9782 Country Creek Way, Centerville, OH 45458. Attn: Dr Arnab Shaw..

$3000

Grand

  • 6 Members
  • 2 Nights hotel
  • Full page color ad in brochure
  • Reserved auditorium seat
  • Gift + Memento
  • Personalized reserved parking
  • Thank you letter
$2000

Platinum

  • 6 Members
  • 1 Night hotel
  • Full page color ad in brochure
  • Reserved auditorium seat
  • Gift + Memento
  • Reserved parking
  • Thank you letter
$1500

Gold

  • 6 Members
  • Full page color ad in brochure
  • Reserved auditorium seat
  • Gift + Memento
  • Reserved parking
  • Thank you letter
$1000

Silver

  • 4 Members
  • Full page black & white ad in brochure
  • Reserved auditorium seat
  • Memento
  • Reserved parking
  • Thank you letter
$750

Bronze

  • 4 Members (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
  • Half page black & white ad in brochure
  • Memento
  • Thank you letter
$600

Contributor

  • 4 Members (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
  • Quarter page black & white ad in brochure
  • Memento
  • Thank you letter
$350

Family

  • Max 4 members
  • 2 Adults & up to 2 dependent children, 22 years or younger
$300

Couple

  • Max 2 members
  • 2 Adults & children below 5
$200

Visiting Parent (Couple)

  • Max 2 members
  • 2 Visiting parents
$150

Single

  • Max 1 member
  • 1 Adult
$100

Visiting Parent (Single)

  • Max 1 member
  • 1 Visiting parent
$100

Student

  • Max 1 member
  • Must present a valid student ID to collect your ticket

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To contact the committee, email us at tsdp.dayton@gmail.com

President

Chair(s):
Partha Banerjee

Vice Presidents

Chair(s):
Somtirtha Bag, Shekhar Guha

Treasurer

Chair(s):
Arnab Shaw
Members:
Shantanu Manna, Partha Banerjee

Fund Raising

Chair(s):
Shruti Shaw
Members:
Manas Bhattacharjee, Sukesh Roy, Rabi Bhattacharya

Facility / Venue

Chair(s):
Rahul Guha
Members:
Monish Chatterjee, Shekhar Guha, Sumitra Manna, Shantanu Manna, Shruti Shaw, Tamisraharan Sanyal

External Artist

Chair(s):
Shruti Shaw
Members:
Sumitra Manna, Anindya Dasgupta, Biddut Sarkar

Pratima / Durga Murti

Chair(s):
Ajit Roy
Members:
Mrittika Raychowdhury, Vaskar Raychowdhury

Food

Chair(s):
Rahul Bhowmik, Santanu Bag
Members:
Manas Bhattacharjee (advisor), Biddut Sarkar, Swapnajit Chakravarty, Suman Bhunia

Puja

Chair(s):
Monish Chatterjee, Raj Ganguli

Brochure

Chair(s):
Monish Chatterjee
Members:
Shekhar Guha, Partha Banerjee, Shantanu Manna, Raj Ganguli, Somtirtha Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we will provide separate food for kids between age 5 to 12.

Venue and Hotel Info

Address: Sinclair Community College, 5800 Clyo Road, Centerville, Ohio 45459

Email: tsdp.dayton@gmail.com

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