Kolkata is all set to host the International Puppet Festival from 26 October 2017.
- The six day long fest will end on 31st October.
- Several artists from the UK, Germany, Peru, Portugal, Italy, Lithuania, Brazil, Singapore and India would be participating in the festival. The puppet festival is aimed at regenerating the emotions attached to puppetry and it will be held at Mohorkunj.
About Kolkata
- Kolkata is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.
- The city is located on the east bank of the Hooghly River.
- Port of Kolkata is India's oldest operating port and its sole major riverine port.