The Devi Bari Temple of Cooch Behar is not merely a place of worship – it is a living witness to centuries of history. Its origin dates back to the royal era of the Cooch Behar kingdom. Since then, Devi Bari has stood as an inseparable center of royal tradition, social unity, and spiritual devotion.

From ancient times, the Ashtami Puja of Shree Shree Durga here has held special significance. For centuries, countless devotees have gathered at this sacred shrine on Ashtami, offering their prayers, oblations, and rituals in surrender to the Goddess. That tradition remains unbroken to this day. It was to this holy temple that Sri Sukhmoy Paul came during the darkest period of his life. Witnessing the overflowing crowd of devotees, their offerings, and their unwavering faith, he realized: “Surely, a divine power must be present here.” That realization moved him to surrender himself at the feet of the Goddess.

Thus, Devi Bari is not only the birthplace of Sri Sukhmoy Paul’s miraculous liberation, but also a shining symbol of Cooch Behar’s rich cultural heritage and enduring spiritual consciousness.