Jagadhatri Puja at Jayrambati

The Jagadhatri Puja at Jayrambati holds a unique place among all the festivals of this sacred pilgrimage town. Unlike most festivals here, which commemorate great teachers, Jagadhatri Puja is a living tradition directly established by Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi herself during her lifetime. She celebrated this puja every year with great devotion and the entire village participated joyfully.

Holy Mother and Jagadhatri Puja

Goddess Jagadhatri (also spelled Jagaddhatri) is a manifestation of Goddess Durga, depicted as riding a lion and holding a conch, bow, arrow, and chakra. She is worshipped particularly in Bengal and is considered the sustainer of the world.

During Holy Mother's time in Jayrambati, she would organize and personally participate in the Jagadhatri Puja. She saw the Goddess as her own Divine Mother. Devotees from surrounding villages would gather, and the puja was conducted with traditional rituals, music, and communal feasting. This spirit lives on today.

Festival Celebrations

The puja follows the traditional three-day format of Sashthi (sixth), Saptami/Ashtami (seventh/eighth), and Navami/Dashami (ninth/tenth) of the bright fortnight of Kartik month.

Highlights include:

Elaborate worship of the Jagadhatri idol at the main venue in Jayrambati village

Sankirtan (congregational singing) led by the monastic community

Cultural programmes including traditional dance and music

Communal Prasad distribution

Immersion of the idol on the final day with a grand procession

The entire village of Jayrambati lights up with oil lamps and flowers during this festival, creating a magical atmosphere that pilgrims find deeply moving.

How to Attend

The puja dates follow the lunar calendar and typically fall in October–November. Travel is the same as a regular visit to Jayrambati. Accommodation must be arranged in advance, as this is a popular festival. The Matri Mandir Yatrinivas can be contacted at mm244214@gmail.com.