Chaitra Purnima
Hanuman Jayanti
The birth anniversary of Shri Hanuman, observed at sunrise on Chaitra Purnima. Devotees recite the Hanuman Chalisa, offer sindoor and chola, and remember Hanuman as the embodiment of strength, humility and selfless devotion.
Upcoming dates
- Tue, 20 April 2027Tentative
- Sun, 9 April 2028Tentative
Significance
Hanuman Jayanti is observed in North India on Chaitra Purnima, though some regions keep it on other dates according to their own traditions. Hanuman is remembered as the devoted servant of Ram, a symbol of courage, discipline and humility.
Tuesdays and Saturdays are special for Hanuman worship, but this day draws the largest gatherings. Devotees recite the Hanuman Chalisa, listen to Sundarkand and offer sindoor with jasmine oil. A Sundarkand path can be arranged for your family, in person or through an online sankalp.
How it is observed
- Early bath and a calm, simple fast
- Offering sindoor with jasmine oil, a red flower and a garland
- Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa, Bajrang Baan or Sundarkand
- Offering boondi or besan laddu and bananas as prasad
- Serving food or water to those in need
Recommended pujans
Pujans devotees often arrange around this festival.
- Navgraha & Graha ShantiPopular
Navgraha Shanti
Pujan, jaap and havan for the nine planets, for balance and peace
3 to 5 hours- In person
- Online sankalp
- Live video
From₹5,100View details - Katha & Path
Sundarkand Path
The Sundarkand of Shri Ramcharitmanas, in praise of Hanuman Ji.
About 3 hours- In person
- Online sankalp
- Live video
From₹2,100View details