The illumination at the entrance of Ramlila Maidan on CIT Road near the Moulali crossing and announcements on a loop over the public address system are sure to entice visitors to the special Eid Mela
All photographs by Suvendu DasAll that glitters may not be gold at this fair but can women stay away from pocket-friendly jewellery, even if that be artificial
A visit to the fair and not savouring the snacks, no matter how unhealthy they could be, can never be justified
Nothing can be more fun than a ride on the pirates’ ship and the whiff of fresh air that it ensures at that elevation
But for the children, the ball pit remains an eternal favourite with a li’l bit of adult supervision
Trying one’s luck at the ball game is a must for visitors of all ages
A sip or two of fresh juice or colourful sherbets on a sultry evening is most welcome for parched throats
Before you head to the phuchka, jhal muri, bhel puri stall to titillate your tastebuds to your heart’s content
Take a trip back to your childhood days by bursting tiny balloons with an air rifle
Order your fast food made on a tawa before you tuck it in with your best friend, even if that means skipping dinner at home
The toy stall can entice visitors to pick up a nice toy for any child at home or those who are still child at heart
Collect a trinket or two to add to your collection of pride but of course, after a good bargain