Hanuman Jayanthi

Telugu

Also known as: Hanuman Birthday, Vanara Jayanthi

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2026 Telugu Date

Hanuman Jayanthi

About Hanuman Jayanthi

Hanuman Jayanthi celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the devoted servant of Lord Rama and symbol of strength, courage, and devotion. It falls on the tenth day (Dashami) of the bright fortnight in Chaitra.

In Andhra Pradesh, temples are decorated and special pujas are performed. Devotees recite the Hanuman Chalisa, Sundara Kanda, and other hymns praising Lord Hanuman.

The festival emphasises the virtues of selfless service, unwavering devotion, and physical and mental strength. Many devotees observe fasting and perform special prayers.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe fasting and recite Hanuman Chalisa and Sundara Kanda throughout the day.

Sankalpa Mantra

Om Hanumate Namah, I seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman for strength, courage, and unwavering devotion.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
Observe fasting throughout the day.
Recite Hanuman Chalisa and Sundara Kanda.
Visit Hanuman temples and offer sindoor and flowers.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Hanuman idol or pictureSindoor (vermillion)Flowers and garlandsJaggery and bananasCamphor and incenseMace (gada) replica

Puja Procedure:

Clean the Hanuman temple puja area.
Apply sindoor to the Hanuman idol.
Offer flowers, jaggery, and bananas to Lord Hanuman.
Recite Hanuman Chalisa and perform aarti.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why is sindoor offered to Hanuman?

According to legend, Hanuman applied sindoor all over his body to ensure Lord Rama's long life. Sindoor symbolises selfless devotion and is offered to Hanuman as a mark of reverence.

Q: What is Sundara Kanda?

Sundara Kanda is the fifth chapter of the Ramayana, narrating Hanuman's journey to Lanka to find Sita Devi. Reciting it is believed to bring blessings and remove obstacles.

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Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.