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Bada Mangal happens to be a significant Hindu festival which is celebrated on every Tuesday of Jyeshtha month. It is also called Budhwa Mangal. During
this period, special worship is offered to Lord Hanuman. It is believed that in these days, devotees worship Hanuman in his elderly form. This festival is celebrated with great fervour, particularly in northern India - especially in the Purvanchal and central regions of Uttar Pradesh. Devotees perform special prayers at temples, organise community feasts (bhandaras), and distribute prasad.
Bada Mangal 2026 Dates
- First Bada Mangal: May 5, 2026
- Second Bada Mangal: May 12, 2026
- Third Bada Mangal: May 19, 2026
- Fourth Bada Mangal: May 26, 2026
- Fifth Bada Mangal: June 2, 2026
- Sixth Bada Mangal: June 9, 2026
- Seventh Bada Mangal: June 16, 2026
- Eighth Bada Mangal: June 23, 2026
Historical Significance
It is believed that Lord Rama first met Hanuman during his search for Goddess Sita on a Tuesday in the month of Jyeshtha. Since then, this day has held religious importance. On this day, devotees visit a nearby Hanuman temple or Ram Darbar to recite the Sundar Kand, Hanuman Chalisa, and sing aartis. Chanting specific mantras 108 times is also considered beneficial for happiness, prosperity, and good fortune.Also Read: Maa Baglamukhi Jayanti 2026: Know Date, Significance and Why It Is Considered Powerful
Religious Significance
Lord Hanuman is revered as the greatest devotee of Lord Rama. It is believed that worshipping Hanuman protects devotees from evil forces, accidents, and untimely death. According to astrology, his worship can also mitigate the adverse effects of Mangal and Shani. Devotees believe that praying to Hanuman on Budhwa Mangal invites his special blessings.Remedies
- Offer vermilion and oil: Most of the idols of Hanuman Ji are smeared with vermilion and oil. It is believed that if a person is facing financial crisis, then they should offer vermilion and jasmine oil to Hanuman Ji on the day of Bada Mangal.
- Nugget of sugar: If someone's child is struggling academically or is not able to concentrate in their studies, then on this day one should offer a lump of sugar candy to Hanumanji or float it in a river. After this give it to the child as prasad daily.
- Red Lentils: Those people who have a weak Mars in their horoscope, they should donate red lentils and any red coloured fruit on Bada Mangal.
Hanuman Ji Puja Mantra For Bada Mangal
Om Hanu Hanumate NamahOm Namo Hanumate Rudravataraya Vishwarupaya Amit Vikramay Prapatparakramaya
Mahabalay Surya Kotisamprabhay Ramdutaya Swaha
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