Hanuman Jayanti is observed every year on the full moon day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. It is also known as Hanuman Janmotsav. According
to belief, Lord Hanuman also known as Bajrangbali is immortal (Chiranjeevi) and is still present on Earth in physical form to protect his devotees. This is why the day is celebrated as his birth anniversary. "Devotees of Lord Hanuman are known as Hanuman Bhakta. Lord Hanuman is considered a lifelong Brahmachari. It is believed that He has taken the vow to celibate throughout His life and to remain an ardent devotee of Lord Rama. Hence, Lord Hanuman is the most significant deities for those who have taken the vow of celibacy especially among male devotees," states Drik Panchang. On this auspicious occasion, grand puja and rituals are organised at Hanuman temples across the country. Devotees offer sindoor, boondi, chola and besan laddoos to seek the Lord’s blessings. It is believed that doing so removes fear, suffering, obstacles and negative energy from one’s mind, while also bringing courage, strength and confidence into life.
When is Hanuman Janmotsav in 2026?
According to the Hindu calendar, the full moon tithi of Chaitra Shukla Paksha will begin at 7:06 am on 1 April 2026. It will end at 7:41 am on 2 April 2026.Hence Hanuman Janmotsav will be celebrated on 2 April 2026.
Auspicious yogas
This year, Hasta Nakshatra will be in effect on the day of Hanuman Janmotsav until 5:38 pm. In addition, the auspicious Dhruv Yoga will also occur on this date.Astrologically, the day is significant as Mars will transit into Pisces. Mars is associated with Lord Hanuman, making this a rare and potentially beneficial alignment.
Puja method
- Begin by placing a clean new red cloth on a wooden platform
- Install an idol of Lord Hanuman on it
- Offer sindoor and a garland of flowers
- Light incense and a diya, and offer boondi as prasad
- Offering besan laddoos is also considered highly auspicious and pleasing to the Lord
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa with devotion
- Offer jaggery with roasted gram and a paan leaf
- Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad to everyone
Mantras of Lord Hanuman
- Om Namo Bhagavate Hanumate Namah
- Om Ham Hanumate Rudratmakaya Hum Phat
Hanuman, one of the seven Chiranjeevis
"Chiranjeevis" or "Chiranjivi" are the seven immortals who are believed to be alive and live amongst humans. It is believed that they will exist until the end of the Kali Yuga. According to Hinduism, we are presently in Kali Yuga, the fourth, worst, and shortest of the yugas. The present age of Kali Yuga is believed to be filled with conflict and sin. According to the Puranas, Kalki, the avatar of Lord Vishnu, will appear to end Kali Yuga. He is described as the avatar who ends the darkest and most destructive period to remove "adharma" and usher in Satya Yuga. He will be assisted by the seven Chiranjeevis in this task of transitioning from Kali Yuga to Satya Yuga.Lord Hanuman is one of the the seven Chiranjeevis. The other 6 are - Ashwatthama, Mahabali, Kripacharya, Vibhishana, Vyasa, Parashurama.
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