About – Kochi Bengali Association

We are a multifarious cultural and charitable association dedicated to binding Bengal-Kerala culture, education, and social activities in and around Kochi and the state of Kerala.

Our Mission

– Promote awareness of Bengali ethnic identity and its cultural and spiritual heritage.
– Provide education and training resources in different regions of Kochi and Kerala for teaching Bengali language, culture, tradition, and spiritual practice.
– Organize cultural events involving Bengali and other Indian traditional and contemporary songs, drama, and dances.
– Organize events to raise funds for the relief of distress and other charitable causes.

Our Vission

To build a Community Center for members and other communities to enhance their spiritual, cultural, artistic and social experience through activities related to our rich cultural heritage.

The Keral Banga Samskriti Sangha, a vibrant cultural and charitable organization, was officially established on 9th May 1967. It later gained registration as a non-profit society under the Travancore-Cochin Literary, Scientific, Cultural and Charitable Societies Registration Act on 31st August 1971.

Though geographically distant from their native soil, the Sangha’s members have embraced their surroundings with remarkable grace, transforming their new setting into a second home. Major cultural celebrations such as Kerala’s iconic festival Onam, observed in traditional attire, Bengali New Year, Rabindranath Tagore’s birthday, and Independence Day anchor the Sangha’s annual social calendar.

Among these, the Sharodiya Durga Puja stands as the most cherished religious event. To preserve its authenticity, artisans—idol sculptors, drummers (dhakis), priests, and traditional cooks—are specially invited from Bengal, ensuring that the spirit and rituals of the festival remain intact. Other key festivities include Laxmi Puja, Shyama Puja, Deepawali, Saraswati Puja, and Holi, which are celebrated with equal devotion and vibrancy.

The Sangha has consistently sought to honor its rich cultural lineage, spotlighting the timeless contributions of Bengal’s literary luminaries. Equally committed to humanitarian service, the association—both collectively and through individual efforts—provides financial and material support to individuals in need and recognized relief institutions.