Hanuman Jayanti 2026: When is Hanuman Jayanti? Check correct date and significance Hanuman Jayanti, a prominent Hindu festival dedicated to honoring Lord Hanuman, is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of the revered deity. This year, the festival will be observed on April 2, 2026, marking the auspicious Purnima tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. The Purnima tithi begins at 07:06 AM on April 1, 2026, and concludes at 07:41 AM on April 2, 2026. Lord Hanuman, considered an incarnation of Lord Shiva, was born to Mata Anjani and Van Raj Kesari, earning him the titles Anjani Putra and Kesari Nandan. His birth is celebrated as a significant event in Hindu mythology, symbolizing his role as a devoted servant of Lord Shri Ram. According to tradition, Hanuman’s purpose was to serve Lord Ram, and he became an ardent devotee, dedicating his life to the deity’s mission. The festival is believed to embody his qualities of strength, devotion, and the removal of negative energies. Devotees observe Hanuman Jayanti through various rituals to seek blessings and spiritual fulfillment. The celebrations include waking up early, taking a holy bath, and preparing an idol of Lord Hanuman. A diya lit with desi ghee or jasmine oil is placed before the idol, accompanied by offerings of boondi laddoo or boondi. Chanting the Hanuman Chalisa is encouraged, as well as reciting Sundarkand and mantras to invoke his divine presence. Visiting temples and offering laddoo, chola, jasmine oil, coconut, and boondi are also integral to the rituals. The festival holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, reflecting Hanuman’s role as a symbol of unwavering devotion and courage. Worshippers believe that sincere prayers to Lord Hanuman can grant material prosperity and fulfill desires.#chaitra_month #shukla_paksha #hanuman_chalisa #hanuman_jayanti #lord_hanuman
