As the countdown to Durga Puja begins, artisans in Bengaluru are adding final touches to the intricate decorations and idols that will embellish the city's pandals. In the bustling workshops of Jayamahal, Cox Town, Maruti Seva Nagar, and other areas of the city, a mix of traditional techniques and modern designs is being used to create masterpieces that bring Durga Puja to life. Artisans are incorporating vibrant colors, symbolic representations, and intricate details into their work.

Chandrashekhar Pal, an artisan in Bengaluru, mentioned that theme-based idols and modern designs, some incorporating clothing in the clay designs, are gaining popularity. The sizes of the idols range from 6 to 15 feet, with a growing demand for larger idols. While it is disheartening when their hard work goes unnoticed, artisans like Chandrashekhar Pal find satisfaction in knowing that their art is being used for religious purposes and that it brings income to themselves and their teams.

One experienced artisan in Bengaluru shared that the demand for idols has increased, with at least 60 being created now compared to only a few in the past. The rise in demand is attributed to the growing number of Bengalis relocating to the city. This increase in demand is also due to the celebration of Durga Puja by Bengalis, which starts on the day of Panchami, a significant difference from the Dussehra celebrations in Karnataka.