Jagaddhatri Puja in Bengal: Major Locations & Historic Pandals

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Chandannagar, Hooghly

  • Chandannagar hosts the largest and most spectacular Jagaddhatri Puja celebration, famous for its elaborate pandals, dazzling lighting displays, and French-influenced cultural heritage. There are over 160 clubs and communities organizing pujas across the city, including historic houses like Mitra Bari, Ghosh Bari, and Pal Bari in Khalisani, Fatakgora, and Surerpukur.​

  • Krishnanagar, Nadia

    • Krishnanagar is renowned for its grand Jagaddhatri Puja, with more than 150 barowaris and clubs participating. The most famous pujas include:

      • Burima of Chasa Para (est. 1772, “Tirupathi of Krishnanagar”)

      • Choto Maa of Kathalpota Barowari

      • Mejo Maa of College Street Barowari

      • Maa Jaleswari of Malo Para Barowari

      • Raj Rajeshwary Jagaddhatri Puja

  • Rishra, Hooghly

    • The town of Rishra features vibrant community Jagaddhatri pujas with significant historical roots.

  • Singur, Hooghly

    • Hosts major regional Jagaddhatri pujas, famed for traditional rituals and ornate idols.

  • Guptipara, Hooghly

    • Known for barowari-style Jagaddhatri pujas that draw large crowds.

  • Ichhapur Nawabgunj, North 24 Parganas

    • Celebrates Jagaddhatri Puja as a five-day-long festival with both old family and new community pandals.

  • Tehatta, Nadia

    • Renowned for its detailed idols and community feasts.

  • Ashoknagar-Kalyangarh

    • Artistic pandals and processions are highlights.

  • Howrah, Boinchi, Bhadreswar, Sutragarh, Santipur

    • All have notable Jagaddhatri Puja celebrations noted for their craftsmanship and local flavor.​

  • Historic Rajbaris and Families

    • Mitra Bari, Ghosh Bari, Pal Bari in Chandannagar

    • Raj Rajeshwary Puja at Krishnanagar

These places are the epicenter of Jagaddhatri Puja’s festive grandeur, drawing lakhs of visitors every year for the divine celebration, artistry, and spiritual atmosphere.