Jagaddhatri Puja is the worship of Goddess Jagaddhatri. Along with Goddess Durga and Goddess Kali, Goddess Jagaddhatri is also the symbol of "Sattva". The deity is believed to have fours arms, each holding different items like conch, bow, arrow and chakra. The goddess rides on a lion that usually stands on an elephant. This festival of Jagaddhatri Puja is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm.
Jagaddhatri Puja is celebrated throughout the county but it is celebrated with most pomp and show at Chandernagore in West Bengal. Spectacular pandals with awesome lighting are erected to mark the celebration. People of this region also offer 'anjali' to the Goddess and pray for peace and harmony. The immersion procession is also a great attraction for the tourists as the procession are attended by thousands of people. The procession also includes attractive lighting. The celebration of this Puja is an integral part of the culture of the place.
| Fairs and Festivals in West Bengal |
Indianholiday.com offers online information about Jagaddhatri Puja. It will be celebrated in the month of October, 2013.
| Festivals in October 2013 |
| Festival Name | Festivals Day/Date |
| Gandhi Jayanti | 2 Oct, Tuesday |
| Birthday Guru Ramdas ji | 9 Oct, Tuesday |
| Navratri | 16 Oct, Tuesday(starting) |
| Durga Puja | 20 Oct, Saturday |
| Kallaji Fair | 21 Oct, Sunday |
| Jagadhatri Puja | 22 Nov, Thursday |
| Dasara Fair | 24 Oct, Wednesday |
| Ayudha Mela | 24 Oct, Wednesday |
| Dussehra | 24 Oct, Wednesday |
| Kota Dussehra | 24 Oct, Wednesday |
| Id_ul_Zuha | 27 Oct, Saturday |
| Sharad Purnima | 29 Oct, Monday |
| Gajalaxmi Puja | 29 Oct, Monday |
| Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti | 29 Oct, Monday |
| Manektari Punam Fair | Mid of October |
| Koratty Muthy | 2nd Week of October |
| Rajgir Dance Festival | Last Week of October |
| Brahmotsavam | October |
| Rayalaseema Dance and Festival | October |
| Ramlila | October |
| Ram Barat | October |
| Qutub Festival | October |
| Tsokum Festival | October |
| Cape Festival | October |
| Autumn Festival | October |
| Barabanki Mela | October |
| Pinjore Heritage Festival | October |
| Pomblang Lewduh | October |
| Sri Vithappa Fair | October |
| Thimithi Festival | October |