Gupta Press Directory Panjika 1426 (2019-20) published by Gupta Press (Durga Charan Gupta) in Kolkata. Gupta Press Directory Panjika is a Bengali Panchang/Almanac which was first published in 1869 from Kolkata to cater to the growing necessity of having a codified book of ceremonies; something like a reference frame, a book of lists, an ephemeris rolled into one that would satisfy the entire cross-section of the populace. An almanac in the Bengali vernacular, it proved to be the first commercial venture in the area of operation. True there were others Bengali Panchang/Almanac, but none at such a refined or large scale.
Gupta Press Directory Panjika 1427 (2020-21) published by Gupta Press (Durga Charan Gupta) in Kolkata. Gupta Press Directory Panjika is a Bengali Panchang/Almanac which was first published in 1869 from Kolkata to cater to the growing necessity of having a codified book of ceremonies; something like a reference frame, a book of lists, an ephemeris rolled into one that would satisfy the entire cross-section of the populace. An almanac in the Bengali vernacular, it proved to be the first commercial venture in the area of operation. True there were others Bengali Panchang/Almanac, but none at such a refined or large scale.
Sukumar Ray's writing seems to be created for children but underlying the simplicity and humour of his language lies a powerful social commentary and satire. He wrote about common people doing everyday things and showed how the human psyche worked in various situations. His works give a clear picture of Bengal in the 19th century.