The magnificence of autumn and the swaying kash phool hints at the arrival of one of the most-awaited festivals in India – Durga Puja. Marking the termination of Pitru Paksha and the onset of Devi Paksha, Mahalaya has its own significance within different communities. Aside from its significance and rituals, for Bengalis, Mahalaya is a cherished tradition which brings oodles of nostalgia. In Bengali households, it means waking up at the crack of dawn and sleepy-eyed to tune in to the voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra, narrating the triumph of Goddess Durga over the demon king Mahishasura through Mahishasura Mardini programme broadcasted on All India Radio (AIR). The rich tradition continues to enrich people’s lives, and every year, a live telecast is broadcast on AIR, Bangla TV channels, and YouTube channels. Mahalaya 2024 is on October 2 and devotees can watch the live streaming of Mahishasura Mardini online in the sonorous voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra. But where and how can you hear him online? We have got you covered. In this article, we bring you Mahalaya 2024 live streaming date and timing details to watch Mahishasura Mardini, marking the onset of Durga Pujo 2024.

The radio programme Mahishasura Mardini, also spelt Mahishasurmardini, was first performed in 1932. It was reportedly recorded for the first time in 1946. The ‘Devi Aagomon’ songs to welcome Maa Durga into her parents’ abode take a backstage as the brilliant chanting of stotras by the legend Birendra Krishna Bhadra fills the air with utmost devotion and festivity. The resonance in his voice is something no one can miss during Mahalaya. Birendra Krishna Bhadra’s magnetic voice continues to remain one of the main highlights of Mahalaya.

Mahalaya 2024 Live Streaming Date and Time

On Mahalaya 2024, listen to the legendary voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra and the live streaming of Mahishasura Mardini online. Akashvani All India Radio (AIR) will host Mahishasura Mardini on October 2 at 4:00 AM. The Mahalaya 2024 live streaming will be held on AIR’s YouTube channel. Along with it, other YouTube channels too will host a live telecast of Birendra Krishna Bhadra’s Mahishasura Mardini.

Mahalaya 2024 Mahishasura Mardini Live Streaming on AIR

Watch Live Streaming of Birendra Krishna Bhadra’s Mahishasura Mardini:

Today, the radio has been replaced by smartphones, but the fascination around the original programme of Mahishasura Mardini by Birendra Krishna Bhadra is as strong as ever, making its way to live streaming on popular YouTube channels and more. The chants of Devi stotras and Durga Aagomon songs reverberating around the house are priceless, setting the mood for Pujo. We wish you Subho Mahalaya!

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