Hanuman Jayenti
NepaliAlso known as: Hanuman Jayanti
Hanuman Jayenti
About Hanuman Jayenti
Hanuman Jayenti celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the mighty monkey god and devoted servant of Lord Rama, on the 15th day of the bright fortnight in Chaitra (March-April).
Devotees visit Hanuman temples, recite the Hanuman Chalisa, and offer sindoor, flowers, and sweets. Special processions and community gatherings are organised.
The festival celebrates the virtues of courage, devotion, and selfless service.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a light fast and perform special Hanuman worship.
- Wake up before dawn and take a ritual bath.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa with devotion.
- Offer sindoor and prayers at Hanuman temples.
- Participate in community celebrations.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the Hanuman puja with prasad.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean and decorate the Hanuman altar at home.
- Offer sindoor, flowers, and sweets to Lord Hanuman.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa and offer prayers.
- Perform aarti and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It falls on the 15th day of the bright fortnight in the month of Chaitra (March-April).
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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Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.