Our Story

Founded by a group of passionate Bengali families, our mission is to create a welcoming space where people of all ages can connect with their heritage, celebrate cultural festivals, and engage in educational and community activities. Through vibrant cultural events bring the community together to experience the richness of Indian traditions. Additionally, our programs—ranging from language and arts classes to community outreach—aim to foster unity, support cultural exchange, and inspire the next generation to embrace their roots.

Join us in our journey to celebrate, preserve, and share Bengali heritage in Maryland. Together, we can keep our traditions alive for future generations while building a strong, interconnected community.

Community Engagement

Our Mission

The Central Maryland Bengali Association (dba Parbon) is dedicated to various cultural and charitable initiatives. We strive to make a difference in the community by providing essential services and support. We aim to stand out and show our visitors what sets us apart.

Our mission is to celebrate and preserve Indian culture, foster a strong sense of community, and promote cultural exchange within and beyond our Bengali diaspora. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to organizing vibrant cultural events, providing educational programs, and engaging in community service initiatives that honor our heritage and build meaningful connections. We strive to inspire pride in our traditions, support cultural understanding, and create a welcoming environment for all who wish to experience the beauty of Bengali culture.

Executive Committee

Rupkatha Mukhopadhyay

PRESIDENT

SECRETARY

TREASURER

Sourabh Banerjee

Shovan Naskar

Founding Members

Annapurna Maity
Shekhar Saha
Subhendu Das
Tiyasa Das
Soumen Paul
Suman Ghosal
Sayan Chowdhury
Avik Dutta
Zenia Kaul
Soutri Das
Shaoli Das
Soumyajit Roy
Manikarna Dinda
Dibya Mukherjee
Ranjini Chowdhury
Ashish Sharma
Rudra Ray
Dharaniya Sakthivel