About us

About BAP

A Community Built on Culture, Connection & Togetherness

From a Shared Root to a Thriving Community

Bengalee Association Pune was created with a simple yet powerful idea — to bring Bengalis living in Pune together and create a sense of community away from home.

Over the years, that idea has grown into a vibrant organisation that celebrates Bengali culture while embracing the diversity and spirit of Pune.

Through festivals, cultural programmes, social activities and community initiatives, BAP brings together people across generations and backgrounds.

Our journey has been shaped by countless individuals — office bearers, members, volunteers, families, supporters and well-wishers — each contributing in their own way.

Today, BAP continues to evolve while remaining deeply connected to the values that shaped its journey: culture, community and togetherness.

Our Identity

The values and aspirations that shape who we are, what we do and where we hope to go !

Vision/ Mission

“A home away from home for every Bengali in Pune — where heritage meets the future, generations connect, and everyone finds a sense of belonging.”

Core Values

PRESERVE • BELONG • CONNECT • CELEBRATE • SERVE • TRANSMIT

Preserving our heritage, fostering belonging, connecting generations, celebrating our culture, serving society, and carrying Bengal’s legacy forward.

Our Current Leadership

Meet the dedicated individuals who help guide BAP's vision, activities and continued growth.

Committees & Wings

Our community functions seamlessly through dedicated committees. Each committee comprises enthusiastic members volunteering their time and expertise.

Core Committee

The Panch Committee serves as the core leadership group of BAP and provides overall direction and guidance to the Association

Subrata Chatterjee

President

Anupam Mitra

General Secretary

Arvind Mitra

Treasurer

Prodosh Pal

Vice President

Debarati Basu

Jt. Vice President

Sushant Chakraborty

Jt. Vice President

Somesh Biswas

Assistant General Secretary

Governing Council

The General Committee supports the overall functioning, planning and decision-making of the Association.

Subhashish Neogi

Council Member

Dipti Banerjee

Council Member

Soma Chatterjee

Council Member

Biswajeet Paul

Council Member

Malabika Bandyopadhay

Council Member

Dr. Samar RoyChowdhury

Council Member

Debjani Bose

Council Member

Kanchan Choudhury

Council Member

Atreyee Chakraborty

Council Member

Debashish Chakraborty

Council Member

Amaresh Goswami

Council Member

Puja Committee

While the Committee leadership is featured here, the success of the Puja is truly a collective endeavour, made possible by the active involvement and dedicated contributions of numerous members.

Soma Chaterjee

Committee Chairperson

Somesh Biswas

Secretary

Papiya Paul

Secretary

Bhog Commitee

The Bhog Committee oversees the planning and management of Bhog and Prasad during Durga Puja, including preparation, serving and distribution

Anupam Mitra

Committee In-Charge

Arvind Mitra

Committee Member

Somendu Mukherjee

Committee Member

Biswajeet Paul

Committee Member

Kaushik Saha

Committee Member

Shatadru Chakroborty

Committee Member

Amitabh Goswami

Committee Member

Sponsorship Committee

The Sponsorship Committee is responsible for developing and managing sponsorship relationships, coordinating with sponsors and ensuring effective engagement and visibility for BAP's partners

Anupam Mitra

Committee In-Charge

Subrata Chatterjee

Committee Member

Arvind Mitra

Committee Member

Biswajeet Paul

Committee Member

Abhimanyu Singh

Committee Member

Ropaam Dey

Committee Member

Laxmikant Dubey

Committee Member

Sushant Chakraborty

Committee Member

Cultural Committee

Dr. Samar RoyChowdhury

Committee In-Charge

Chaitali Roy Chowdhury

Committee Member

Debarati Basu

Committee Member

Atreyee Chakraborty

Committee Member

Shatadru Chakroborty

Committee Member

Mohor Banerjee

Committee Member

Kanchan Singh

Committee Member

Ira dutta

Committee Member

Sattiki Chaudhuri

Committee Member

Malabika Bandyopadhay

Committee Member

Biswajeet Paul

Committee Member

Digital Media & Communications Committee

The Digital, Content, Marketing & Communications Committee is responsible for BAP's digital presence and communication ecosystem

Anupam Mitra

Committee In-Charge

Debarati basu

Committee Member

Soma Chatterjee

Committee Member

Somesh Biswas

Committee Member

Ankita Biswas

Committee Member

Anindita Sen Roy

Committee Member

Nilima Roy

Committee Member

Biswajeet Paul

Committee Member

Advisor to BAP

Asish Kumar Sen

Advisor

Deepankar Basu

Advisor