At times, life appears to be dejected even after having all the advantages or conveniences around us. You may say we feel like we have it all and yet, we feel like missing something in life. However, we can deal with it calmly if only we recognize or accept our problem. Notably, the first step of dealing with it is taking care of ourselves and the second step is embracing stress bursting habits like workouts and moving out for outings during the weekends or holidays.
During this winter, planning an outing near the River Ganga bank is a stress bursting activity altogether. The Batanagar Riverbank locating an hour away from the Kolkata metropolis in the South 24 Parganas district is an ideal spot that suits everyone’s preference.
Attractions
The Batanagar Recreation Club Ground at the River Ganga bank is where you could be in for some fun times. Actually, the Club Ground spreading over an area of one bigha has all the amusement stuff for all the age groups. During these cooler months, the spot gets adorned with a variety of green trees, herbs, and shrubs. Moreover, the playground, swings, slippers, etc., all add value to the spot. There are numerous small cottages with cooking facilities for people on the outing.
Normally, the spot is let out for a picnic over the weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. However, keeping in mind the requirements of people the spot is let out now even during the government holidays. While the booking charges may appear to be a bit more tilted on the expensive side, but considering the overall appeal and charm of the spot, it’s worth a booking during the winter.
However, you need to book the spot in advance as because the spot remains in demand for booking throughout the season.
To get there
Public buses numbers 77A and 77B are available from the Dharmatala Bus Terminus. Moreover, Howrah-Batanagar Mini Buses are available from the Howrah Station as well for the spot. Irrespective of the routes you choose make sure to get down at the Bata More (Crossing) only to board an auto-rickshaw to reach the spot.
Alternatively, if you are relying on the railways, then you need to board the Budge Budge Local from the Sealdah South Section to get down at the Nangi Station. It’s worthwhile to mention here that the Nangi Station comes after the Akra Station and before the Budge Budge Station. It takes around 50 minutes to cover a distance of 23 kilometers by the rail route. Finally, board an auto-rickshaw from outside the station to reach your destination at the Batnagar Recreation Club Ground.