Vipattāriṇī Chaṇḍībāṛi, Rājpur

The principal observance at this temple is the Bipadtarini Brata, celebrated annually in July according to the Bengali calendar, falling on the 4th day of Shravan. This is the primary occasion when the temple draws pilgrims and devotees. The festival involves ritual fasting observed by many worshippers, particularly women, and the tying of a sacred red thread (taga) around the wrist—a custom believed to confer protection and blessing.

The Maha Puja, the main ritual worship, begins at 2:15 a.m. on the festival day. Devotees are permitted to enter the temple from 3:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. to offer prayers and perform anjali (ritual offering). For those unable to visit in person, the temple arranges online participation in the puja, allowing remote devotees to engage with the ceremony through live broadcast.

Daily Worship and Spiritual Spaces

Beyond the festival period, the temple functions as a place of worship and meditation. Within the complex stands a meditation room belonging to Baba Dulal, the spiritual guide associated with the temple's founding, along with his wife's space. These rooms, preserved with their personal belongings, serve as a focal point for devotional practice and reflection. The atmosphere is described as peaceful and conducive to spiritual practice.

The temple offers live aarti (ritual worship with lamps) that can be viewed online through Facebook and YouTube, enabling devotees to participate in daily worship from a distance. This reflects the temple's approach to making spiritual practice accessible to a wider community.

Visiting the Temple

The temple is located on S B Das Road in Rajpur, Moyrapara, Kolkata. On the festival day, puja hours run from 3:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the main Maha Puja beginning at 2:15 a.m. Visitors planning to attend should arrive early, as the festival draws significant numbers of devotees.

Modest dress is customary when visiting Hindu temples; loose, covered clothing is appropriate. Shoes are typically removed before entering the shrine. The practice of fasting on the puja day is observed by many devotees, though this is a personal choice. The tying of the sacred red thread (taga) is a significant ritual element of the festival; devotees may participate in this custom as part of their worship.

Rituals and Customs

The Bipadtarini Brata incorporates several ritual elements. Fasting is a central practice, undertaken by the majority of women on the puja day as an act of devotion and spiritual discipline. The sacred red thread, sanctified through the rituals of the festival, is tied on the wrist and worn as a protective talisman. According to the temple's teaching, devotees facing difficulty are encouraged to invoke the goddess by repeating "Jay Ma Bipadtarini Chandir Jay" three times, believing this call for protection will bring relief from trouble.

Contact and Donations

The temple can be reached by phone at +91 33 2477 2626 or by email at info@bipadtarinichandibari.org. Both online and offline donation options are available for those wishing to contribute to the temple's maintenance and activities. The temple's website provides information about pilgrim services, news of upcoming events, and photo and video galleries documenting worship and celebrations.