The program has been translated into Hindi set to similar orchestration and is broadcast at the same time for a pan-Indian audience.
[6][7][8][9] This program has become synonymous with Mahalaya which is celebrated to usher the Devipaksha lunar fortnight and the Durga Puja.
Presently, one of the recordings are available as audio cassettes and Compact Disks from HMV-RPG which has obtained the rights from All India Radio.
[13] Bhadra died long ago, but his recorded voice still forms the core of the Mahalaya program.
In a sonorous voice Bhadra renders the Mahalaya recital for one and half thrilling hours, mesmerizing every household with the divine aura of his narration, as the Bengalis submerge their souls in quiet moments of prayer.