BRISTOL DURGA PUJA
We promote Hindu art, culture and heritage through community festivals, cultural events, educational programmes and family activities. We provide inclusive opportunities for learning, recreation and social wellbeing, bringing people of all backgrounds together to celebrate diversity, strengthen community cohesion and enrich life across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £29,510 from £36,939 in donations and grants against £7,429 in charitable expenditure. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves of £29,510 are held, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover 3 to 6 months of expenditure in the event of a drop in income. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention requiring further disclosure.
What the accounts disclose
“It was established that surplus funds held and not commited or in use by the charity should be between 3 and 6 months of charitable expenditure.” — page 4
Trustees
- Nilanjan Das Guptachair
- Mithun Kumar Saha
- Pooja Poddar
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £37k | £7k |
Common questions
Is BRISTOL DURGA PUJA financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £29,510 from £36,939 in donations and grants against £7,429 in charitable expenditure. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves of £29,510 are held, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover 3 to 6 months of expenditure in the event of a drop in income. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention requiring further disclosure. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.