Being Bong Valentines special

As the Valentines day is just round the corner, we at Being Bong listed out the  10 love Romances you will see only in Kolkata or among Bengalis.

#10

Kolkata and Tram

Probably the first thing that comes to the mind when you say "Kolkata".

#9

A trip to either Puri or Digha or both

If you are a Bengali and you say " I have never been to Digha or Puri", you are probably lying.

#8
Shitkal and Chiriakhana (Winters and zoo)

We all remember the childhood days when a visit to the zoo during the winters was so compulsory. Not to forget the picnic and the zoo hat.

#7

Kolkata and the Howrah BridgeTalking about love Romance. No body can match the intensity the Howrah Bridge brings to the City

#6

The Bengali nomenclature

Khawa-Dawa, Jana-jani, fala-feli. Bengalis love to describe situation and things in their own unique style

#5

Shith (Winters) and Muffler  

To a Bengali, winters and muffler go hand in hand. No matter how cold it is

#4

Brishti and jol joma ( Rain and water logging)
This love Romance has continued for a long time now and doesn't show signs of a loveless marriage anytime soon.

#3

Bengalis and Expert opinion
In every Bengali's DNA . Sports, politics, be it anything and everything Bengalis have an expert opinion.

#2

Autowala and No Kuchdo ( Auto drivers and no change)

Probably the most profound love story

#1

Bengalis and Food

Well, No comments .


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What we see

"What we see" is an episode where in we visit different places all around Kolkata and let u know what we see.

This time in 'What we see', we visited :

                           DUM DUM Railway station

Situated on the Northern part of Kolkata, the Dum Dum Railway station is probably one of the busiest Railway station in the city after Howrah and Sealdah. Being a juction it is the line divider for the Bongaon line and the Ranaghat line, the two major lines in the suburban railway network. Dum Dum Railway station is unique in a way that it is the Only Railway station in the city which has stations for both the Indian Railway and the Metro railway.

We went to the Dum Dum Railway station(Indian railway) early morning on a weekday. Located just beside fish market, many daily passengers say that it is the best place for a station to be as they can fulfil their daily ration while on their way back home. Though, not probably amongst the cleanest stations but regarding the efficiency it provides to the local people we had to admit that Dum Dum Railway station is one of the best located stations  in the city.

While we entered the station it was bustling with people, which was just as we expected. You could always feel the sense of urgency amongst people. Office passengers to school kids, everybody rushing here and there. Another noticeable thing of the station were food stalls. From tea to Oils they served it all. For people missing breakfast, stations like these serves as quite a relief as we saw crowded people surrounding the stalls waiting for their order. The owner of the nameless telebhaja(oil fried foods) stall Mr. Bipul Das feels great pleasure in what he says close to 300-350 people come to his stall daily."Khaiye o moja, Khawate o moja". Even the independent hawkers start their day running here and there jumping off from one train and getting on to another. A busy a place like this also serves great host for advertisement companies.  Banners of wide range were on proud display at the station starring local Actors and Film stars enough to catch the eye of the public.

After inspecting the place for a while, we didn't get a very good site. There were people crossing the railway tracks dangerously, though over head bridges are well enough built. People were less considered to do the tedious job of crossing via the over bridge. Talking to the Dum Dum GRP(Govt Railway Police) sub-inspector Mr. Tuhin Biswas, we came to know that the death toll on the railway tracks has increased over the years. In the Dum Dum GRP's jurisdiction till Barrackpore railway station 260-270 deaths has been recorded in a year. "If people don't understand their basic responsibility, how can we help them" . Quite rightly so. But with distance to travel and jobs on stake, people are left with no choice but to climb the fence and run over the railway tracks. Even the stations serves as shelters for many homeless people. Poverty and hunger could easily be spotted. Even small kids of 4-5 years came to us begging for money. Quite disheartening. But, Probably that's how life proceeds  here at the Dum Dum Junction.

It's a race against time.

Our experience at the Dum Dum railway station:  ★ ★ ✩✩✩

Travel:

Buses: 30B, 30B/1, DN9, DN9/1, 202, 11A

Mini: Nagerbajar-Dankuni Mini, Nagerbajar- Howrah Mini

Auto: Chiriamore- Dum Dum, Dum Dum- Nagerbajar


What has been your exprience at this place? Opinions at the comment box below  ▼

10 things you will find in a Bengali household

10 things you will find in a bengali household

The items in a Bengali household can be as unique as Bengalis are. So, here's our list for the top 10 items you are sure to find in a Bengali household

#10
Bengali Dhoti Pyjama

The traditional Dhoti and pyjama is a must in every Bengali household. More to wear for occasion purpose,  the dhoti has been a symbol of Bengali culture for a long time now.

#9
A calendar with a picture of god

With the starting of the new year, the hunt for calendar starts and amongst all, a calendar with a god's picture on it is compulsory.

#8
Panjika

After calendar how could a panjika be far away, A "panjika" or a Hindu astronomical almanac is published annually and contains all auspicious dates for occasions and festivities.  As the old bengali saying goes "13 occasions in 12 months", it is an integral part of every bengali household.

#7
 A Musical Instrument

To a typical Bengali household, while growing up one has to learn a musical instrument or at least to sing. If not to sing or to play, musical instruments are quite efficient show pieces for Bengalis.

#6
Book shelf

No Bengali household can ever be deprived of books and a book shelf. From English novel to Bengali literature you will find it all.

#5
Mosquito net

NO! A 'good night' or an  'all out' can never give as much protection as much as a mosquito net gives.

#4
Gamcha(Bengali towel)

No matter how modern you are. For a Bengali, a gamcha will always absorb more water than a towel

#3
K C Paul umbrellas


Brishti kinba borsha, K C Paul e bhorsha. Rain or sunlight, To a Bengali K C Paul Umbrellas are the best.

#2
Boroline

A Bengali is said to survive an apocalypse if he has boroline with him. 

#1
A book of/on Rabindranath

It is difficult to take Rabindranath away from a Bengali, so much that you will find him on every Bengali bookshelf. 

Think we missed out something? Let us know in the comment section below.

10 street foods that will make you glued to the streets of Kolkata

Kolkata and food has been a never ending romance. Calcuttans like to eat  and they absolutely love their food. So here's a list of the 10  streets food that will make you glued to the streets of Kolkata

#10
Bhel Puri

Though not entirely indigenous, this exciting mix of Muri(puffed rice) ,chanachur, chutni and much more is just about enough to make you crave for more.

#9
Moghlai

Getting its name from Mughalai cuisine , Moghlai has to be amongst the top 10 street foods in Kolkata.The dough filling with egg and bread crumbs , deep fried and served with masala potato and salad will surely make your tongue go slrpppppp!

    #8
    Ghugni chaat

From the interesting decoration of the pile to the luscious garnish on the serving plate. Ghugni has been a trademark for Kolkata street food for a long time now and a must have while you are in Kolkata.

    #7
    Momo

This Nepali delicacy was an instant hit once it arrived in Kolkata few years back and has been on the test buds of every Calcuttan ever since. The interesting stuffing steamed in dough and combined with a tasty soup makes it quite a popular steet food in Kolkata.

#6
Chowmein

Chowmein or the stir fried noddles are one of the favourite street foods of  Kolkata. The chowmein, over the years has evolved greatly in the hands of the street chefs and is a must have while you are in Kolkata.

#5
Kochudi and aloo

If there is anything that has matched to the romance of Shah rukh Khan and Kajol in DDLJ. It has to be a Bengali breakfast with  Kochuri and Aloor jhol. Now it may seem too heavy for breakfast. But its never too heavy for a Calcuttan  to start the day with this treat. Dada ektu jhol din toh!

#4
Rolls

When you know, dough and egg fried in oil and later rolled with onion and sauce is coming to feed you, then you know you are in for a treat. Rolls in Kolkata are a must have. And Veggies, don't worry we have  paneer and veg rolls too.

    #3
    Tele Bhaja

Chops and pakodas are something that will keep you glued to the streets of Kolkata. The concept of a veggie wrapped in bater and dipped in hot oil is enough to make the water flow out of your mouth. 

    #2
    Puchka 

Making to the top of our list is Kolkata's own version of the 'pani puri' or the 'pani pitasa', the mighty "Puchka". This exciting blend of potato and spice filling dipped in tamarind water makes it a mouthwatering street food. There's no arguing doubting the credibility of this beauty, it has managed which men couldn't. . . .Attract the ladies.

#1
Chaa(Tea)

Though not particularly to enrich your taste buds.But a visit to a tea stall in Kolkata is worth because to Kolkata a tea is not just a tea and a tea stall is just not a tea stall.  A "Chaer dokan" is a place where you can make or break relationships and importantly where half of you Gk gets updated. From politics to sports, bollywood to current affairs you get updated with every visit that you make.




So what's your take on our list of top 10.  Think we missed anything? Let us know. What is a must have in your city?
 Leave your comments below.