What does it come to mind when you think of a superior Bengali? A deep love for art, music, politics and food, especially fish. phrase “Maka-e Bhai-e-Bengali“(Fish and rice is the one that makes a Bengali) is not just a saying; it is a way of life. You can take Bengali out of Kolkata, but their bond with fish is impossible to separate. It is no wonder when Bengali refugees participated during Bangladesh refugees during Bangladesh’s liberation during 1947 and in 1971.

Originally established as an agreement for individuals displaced from East Pakistan, the CR Park gradually turned into a vibrant cultural and Pak hub – a subtle world of their lost motherland, temples, sweet shops and prestigious fish markets that now find themselves in the heart of an unexpected controversy.

Controversy

Milita Das, 38, a resident of CR Park, says, “A viral video of discussion” which was a threat to our culture and practices, “.

This threatened two people to “Fish Market Traders” Fish Market Traders in Geru outfits “to run the Fish Market Traders next to a temple in the area.

“The market is only adjacent to the temple. It is wrong. It is harming the feelings of Sanatan. Sanatan Dharma says that we should not kill anyone …” This is a pure story that fish and meat are introduced to the gods. There is no such proof in ‘scriptures’. The whole country is watching, “The man said in the video.

Whatever is next, shocking response, anger and political mudling.

Everyone wanted to set a direct record. Biran Ganguly, a 15 -year -old CR Park resident, says, “Fish is an integral part of our culture – whether it is marriages, Grain (Rice ceremony), or also worship. We provide alcohol and meat to the goddess, and then a good day, someone comes together and says otherwise? It is sacred. I condemn this. ,

Why Bengalis are fierce

To understand why this issue hit such a nerve, someone should understand the central role Maca (Fish) In Bengali life -not in the form of food, but something deep is spiritual. Fish is part of religious rituals, marriage customs and even gods to the gods.

For example, in the Kalighat temple in Kolkata, the non-vegetarian indulgence is also offered to the goddess, a fact that can surprise those unfamiliar people with power traditions. Shaktism is a major branch of Hinduism that focuses on the worship of divine mother, or goddess Shakti as the supreme deity.

It is believed that the temple is more than a thousand years old and that Shakti is one of the pits – holy sites, where the body parts of Goddess Sati are asked to fall.

Indrajit Lahiri, Kolkata-based food blogger and entrepreneur say, “Kalighat Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali, which is known for her fierce and warrior-like form. Strengthening for centuries.”

Even Bhog Prasad is non -vegetarian. Devotees used to eat a mixture of fish, mutton, pulses and casserole.

In that sense, for Bengalis, serving fish near a temple is not sacred – it is part of a deep integrated spiritual and cultural fabric.

In addition, the fish symbolizes prosperity and good fortune in Bengali culture. It is a major part of various rituals and ceremonies. For example, during weddings, an entire fish is often presented as a symbol of abundance to the groom’s family. In the Aiburobhaat function, which marks the final food of a groom or bride before marriage, fish dishes are central, reflecting transitions in a new phase of life.

Geographical importance

The scenario of Bengal dominates a broad network of rivers, making the fish easily available and integral to the local diet. This abundance developed a rich Pak tradition centered around the fish, in which Shoresh Ilish (Hills in Mustard Sauce) and Macher Jhol (Fish Curry) became dishes.

“While some can find stunning (or even shocking), Kalighat symbolizes non-veg devotion and has a unique relationship for God. For many, for many people, it is a way to show gratitude, fulfill the vows, or simply to keep a powerful tradition alive. Lahiri’s completion.