Hanuman Jayanti
MarathiAlso known as: Hanuman Birthday, Hanuman Janmotsava
Hanuman Jayanti
About Hanuman Jayanti
Hanuman Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the devoted servant of Lord Rama. It falls on the Chaitra Purnima (March-April).
Devotees observe fasting and recite the Hanuman Chalisa. Temples are decorated and special pukas are performed throughout the day.
In Maharashtra, the festival is celebrated with great devotion and community gatherings.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe fasting and recite Hanuman Chalisa on Hanuman Jayanti.
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
- Observe fasting throughout the day.
- Recite Hanuman Chalisa and visit temples.
- Offer sindoor and flowers to Lord Hanuman.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on the Purnima (full moon day) of Chaitra month (March-April). It marks the birthday of Lord Hanuman.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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