Air India crash pandal

A Durga Puja pandal in the Hooghly district of West Bengal recreated the recent Air India plane crash.

The pandal's design featured a broken aircraft surrounded by debris and fake flames.

The installation triggered widespread criticism, with many social media users labelling it "insensitive" and "shameful."

According to organisers, the display was intended as a tribute to the victims and the rescue personnel who risked their lives during the tragedy.

Every year, there are a variety of themes that are portrayed through Durga Puja pandals across West Bengal.

This depiction sparked a debate over the balance between artistic expression and emotional sensitivity during festivals.