Khushir Shahar Kolkata / Victoria Ekkagari Sipper-Bottle

“Khushir Kolkata” translates from Bengali to “Kolkata of Joy” or “Happy Kolkata.” It is a phrase often used to evoke the festive, vibrant, and joyful atmosphere of Kolkata, particularly during celebrations like Durga Puja. It represents a cheerful, nostalgic, or lively spirit of the city. 

The Ekka Gari is a traditional, light, two-wheeled, one-horse carriage widely used in North India during the 19th and early 20th centuries for passenger transport,, often described as a “tea-tray on wheels”. It features a simple wooden platform, an arched canopy for shade, and lack of traditional springs, forcing passengers to sit on their haunches, serving as a vital, affordable, and common mode of transport for, traders, students, and commuters.