NEOBA Formation
NEOBA’s 2025 Story: A Year That Became a Movement
2025 will always be remembered as the year North East Ohio Bengali Association (NEOBA) transformed from an idea into a living, breathing community—built by people, powered by volunteers, and guided by a simple belief: our culture thrives when everyone feels included. From a Spark to a Shared Home NEOBA was born from a long-standing desire…
Finding Maa Durga in the Heart of Kumartuli – A Tale of Faith and Determination
The journey to bring Maa Durga to Cleveland began with a dream—a dream to recreate the grandeur and divinity of Durga Puja thousands of miles away from home. But dreams, as we know, demand more than just imagination; they require determination, planning, and an unshakable spirit. And so, the quest for the perfect idol began—a…
The Birth of NEOBA—The Audacity of Hope !
The year 2025 marked the beginning of a new chapter—the birth of the North East Ohio Bengali Association (NEOBA)—a dream nurtured by a few passionate hearts determined to celebrate culture, tradition, and unity. With boundless enthusiasm and unwavering determination, our founding members set their sights on hosting the grand Durga Puja in our very first…
