From the Editor’s Desk

Some ideas begin simply and become something much bigger than imagined. This magazine is one of them.

Putting together our very first Pujo magazine as amateurs has been both a joyful and sometimes daunting journey. What has made it truly special, though, is the incredible response from our Mani Vista community.

Stories, poems, photographs, art, memories, recipes and children’s creativity have poured in, revealing just how much talent, warmth and wonderful stories exist behind the doors of our building.

This magazine is not about perfection—it is about participation. It is a celebration of our people, our memories and the joy of creating something together.

And now, as the pages come together, so does the excitement. The dhak will soon sound, the lights will go up, and Mani Vista will come alive with music, food, laughter and adda.

Most importantly, Ma Durga is coming home.

May she bring happiness, health, togetherness and many beautiful memories for all of us.

Thank you to everyone who provided content, encouraged and simply said, “Count me in.” This magazine belongs to all of us.

Here’s to our first Sharadiya at Mani Vista.

মা এসো। Let the festivities begin!

[Sayantika Mukherjee, Susmita Chordia, Suranjita Mukherjee, Sanjoy Mukherjee]