Community Spotlight

President: Sameer Chakraborty

Founded in 1981 , Prabasi of New England (Prabasi, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural and charitable organization dedicated to preserving Bengali and Indian heritage while building an inclusive, connected community across Massachusetts and New England.

MISSION

Through culture, education, the arts, and community service , Prabasi creates a sense of belonging, connects generations, celebrates our heritage, and builds bridges across
communities.

OUR PROGRAMS

Throughout the year, Prabasi brings our community together through Durga Puja, Saraswati Puja, Rabindra Utsav, Kobi Jayanti, Holi, Member Appreciation Day, and our Annual Picnic, featuring music, dance, theater, literature, food, and cultural activities.

Our expanding programs include Youth STEM initiatives—Robotics, Coding & Science—arts and theater workshops, Agomoni literary magazine, educational programs, scholarships, and
community service initiatives.

OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT

With 500+ member families, 100+ active volunteers, and programs reaching thousands across New England, Prabasi has become a vibrant cultural and community platform.

In 2024, Prabasi reached 3,000+ attendees through major events, awarded $1,000 in academic scholarships, and engaged hundreds of youth and thousands of volunteers through arts, theater, and STEM programs.

Our commitment extends beyond cultural programming through support for Acton Food Pantry, Greater Boston Food Bank, local charities and relief efforts, while collaborations with
schools, nonprofits, and institutions such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston help increase South Asian cultural visibility and community engagement.

TOGETHER, WE PRESERVE OUR HERITAGE • SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY • INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION

PRABASI DURGA PUJA 2026

October 23–25, 2026 | From 6:00 PM

Marshall Simonds School

114 Winn Street, Burlington, MA 01803

Join Prabasi of New England for three spectacular days of Puja, culture, entertainment, food, shopping, and the Joy of Togetherness!

Celebrate Maha Sasthi, Saptami, Ashtami, Navami & Dashami with traditional Puja, Aarati, Dhunuchi Naach, Sindoor Khela, Dhaaki Naach, and cultural performances.

Enjoy local talent, Kids’ Ramayana/Ram-Leela, Natya Mela, Dandiya & Garba, and more.

Oct. 24 at 8 PM — Iman Chakraborty & Band | Oct. 25 at 7 PM — Ash King & Band

Pet Pujo all three days with Bhog, Prasad, authentic Bengali & Indian cuisine, sweets, and festive delicacies.

Shop and explore sarees, jewelry, arts & crafts, sweets, specialty foods, and more.

Three Days. One Community. Countless Memories.
Come Celebrate • Come Participate • Come Together!