This episode provides an extensive examination of Jagaddhatri, a Hindu Shakti goddess considered an alternate form of Durga, outlining her iconography as a four-armed, lion-riding deity. The texts primarily focus on the history and proliferation of her worship in Bengal, specifically crediting Raja Krishnachandra of Nadia for introducing the annual festival as a substitute for Durga Puja in 1754. While Krishnachandra's role in popularizing the worship is detailed, the sources also discuss evidence suggesting that the Adi Ma Puja in Chandannagar may predate his reign, indicating a more complex origin. Furthermore, the text contrasts the two main centers of the festival, Krishnanagar and Chandannagar, noting that the latter is known for its spectacular four-day celebration, processions, and unique light decorations. Finally, the sources briefly explain the philosophical and symbolic significance of the goddess and her ornaments.

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