Rani Rashmoni was the founder of the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Kolkata, and remained closely associated with Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa after she appointed him as the priest of the temple.

Rani Rashmoni was the founder of the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Kolkata, and remained closely associated with Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa after she appointed him as the priest of the temple.

West Bengal is famously known as the land of Durga Puja. A woman slaying the evil and being celebrated in her glorious form every year!

Which shows how the women of Bengal have always been respected and movements have happened for them (Sati abolition) and have created paths to follow for generations to come.

Be it politics, be it social work, be it academics or sports – Bengali women over ages have been pioneers in their own way and have created history.

From freedom fighters to scaling mountains or representing India in a world stage, women from Bengal have always shone bright.

These podcasts by RJ Nilam wills hare such achievements and reveal the unheard side of their life and inspire many more to carry on this legacy.

This prestigious list includes names like Dr. Kadambini Ganguly, the first surgeon & physician of South Asia, Kamini Roy – the first Indian graduate and social reformer to names like Jhulan Goswami , the fastest Indian bowler in Women’s cricket, to Channda Gayen the first Bengali women to climb Mt. Everest , national award winning director Aparna Sen, the list goes on.

Each episode of the podcast will share their stories of such achievements, how they beat the odds as a woman in this society and created a path for themselves.

Which will be inspiring, and at times reveal an unknown side of the personality.

A tribute to these women who has helped create a legacy like none other.

West Bengal is famously known as the land of Durga Puja. A woman slaying the evil and being celebrated in her glorious form every year!
Which shows how the women of Bengal have always been respected and movements have happened for them (Sati abolition) and have created paths to follow for generations to come.
Be it politics, be it social work, be it academics or sports &ndash; Bengali women over ages have been pioneers in their own way and have created history.
From freedom fighters to scaling mountains or representing India in a world stage, women from Bengal have always shone bright.
These podcasts by RJ Nilam wills hare such achievements and reveal the unheard side of their life and inspire many more to carry on this legacy.
This prestigious list includes names like Dr. Kadambini Ganguly, the first surgeon &amp; physician of South Asia, Kamini Roy &ndash; the first Indian graduate and social reformer to names like Jhulan Goswami , the fastest Indian bowler in Women&rsquo;s cricket, to Channda Gayen the first Bengali women to climb Mt. Everest , national award winning director Aparna Sen, the list goes on.
Each episode of the podcast will share their stories of such achievements, how they beat the odds as a woman in this society and created a path for themselves.
Which will be inspiring, and at times reveal an unknown side of the personality.
A tribute to these women who has helped create a legacy like none other.

Bonger Doshobhuja by Nilam Podcast

West Bengal is famously known as the land of Durga Puja. A woman slaying the evil and being celebrated in her glorious form every year!

Which shows how the women of Bengal have always been respected and movements have happened for them (Sati abolition) and have created paths to follow for generations to come.

Be it politics, be it social work, be it academics or sports – Bengali women over ages have been pioneers in their own way and have created history.

From freedom fighters to scaling mountains or representing India in a world stage, women from Bengal have always shone bright.

These podcasts by RJ Nilam wills hare such achievements and reveal the unheard side of their life and inspire many more to carry on this legacy.

This prestigious list includes names like Dr Kadambini Ganguly, the first surgeon & physician of South Asia, Kamini Roy – the first Indian graduate and social reformer to names like Jhulan Goswami , the fastest Indian bowler in Women’s cricket, to Channda Gayen the first Bengali women to climb Mt Everest , national award winning director Aparna Sen, the list goes on.

Each episode of the podcast will share their stories of such achievements, how they beat the odds as a woman in this society and created a path for themselves.

Which will be inspiring, and at times reveal an unknown side of the personality.

A tribute to these women who has helped create a legacy like none other.

West Bengal is famously known as the land of Durga Puja. A woman slaying the evil and being celebrated in her glorious form every year!
Which shows how the women of Bengal have always been respected and movements have happened for them (Sati abolition) and have created paths to follow for generations to come.
Be it politics, be it social work, be it academics or sports &ndash; Bengali women over ages have been pioneers in their own way and have created history.
From freedom fighters to scaling mountains or representing India in a world stage, women from Bengal have always shone bright.
These podcasts by RJ Nilam wills hare such achievements and reveal the unheard side of their life and inspire many more to carry on this legacy.
This prestigious list includes names like Dr Kadambini Ganguly, the first surgeon &amp; physician of South Asia, Kamini Roy &ndash; the first Indian graduate and social reformer to names like Jhulan Goswami , the fastest Indian bowler in Women&rsquo;s cricket, to Channda Gayen the first Bengali women to climb Mt Everest , national award winning director Aparna Sen, the list goes on.
Each episode of the podcast will share their stories of such achievements, how they beat the odds as a woman in this society and created a path for themselves.
Which will be inspiring, and at times reveal an unknown side of the personality.
A tribute to these women who has helped create a legacy like none other.

Bonger Doshobhuja by Nilam

EP - 8 Rani Rashmoni

Kanan Devi was an Indian actress and singer. She was among the early singing stars of Indian cinema, and is credited popularly as the first star of Bengali cinema. Her singing style, usually in rapid tempo, was used instrumentally in some of the biggest hits of New Theatres.

Kanan Devi was an Indian actress and singer. She was among the early singing stars of Indian cinema, and is credited popularly as the first star of Bengali cinema. Her singing style, usually in rapid tempo, was used instrumentally in some of the biggest hits of New Theatres.

EP - 7 Noti Binodini

EP - 6 Kanan Debi

Kadambini Ganguly along with Anandibai Joshi was one of the first two female physicians from India as well as from the entire British Empire. Kadambini, herself, was also the first Indian as well as South Asian female physician, trained in western medicine, to graduate in South Asia.

Kadambini Ganguly along with Anandibai Joshi was one of the first two female physicians from India as well as from the entire British Empire. Kadambini, herself, was also the first Indian as well as South Asian female physician, trained in western medicine, to graduate in South Asia.

EP - 8 Rani Rashmoni

Bonger Doshobhuja by Nilam

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