When is Hanuman Jayanti? Know Date and Significance

In Hinduism, Hanuman Jayanti is an extremely significant festival. Hanuman Jayanti is also known as Hanuman Janmotsav. A large number of followers of Lord Hanuman commemorate the birth anniversary of Maruti Nandan. Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra and it will occur on April 12, 2025. The day is celebrated with great grandeur and enthusiasm across the country.
Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Date and Time
Purnima Tithi Begins - 03:21 AM on Apr 12, 2025
Purnima Tithi Ends - 05:51 AM on Apr 13, 2025
Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Significance
Hanuman Jayanti is one of the most important Hindu festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman. This day falls after few days of Ram Navami, the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. It is believed that Lord Hanuman is a Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. He was born to Mata Anjani and Vanar Raj Kesari. The Hindu scriptures state that he is still alive and present on this earth because he is chiranjeevi, or immortal. Bajrangbali, Sundar, Maruti Nandan, Pavan Putra, Anjani Nandan, and Sankat Mochan are some of the names of Lord Hanuman Ji. People who worship Lord Hanuman are believed to receive great success and happiness from him. The greatest illustration of devotion and loyalty is Lord Hanuman.
Hanuman Jayanti 2025: Celebration
In India, this festival is celebrated in tremendous splendor, and people pray to Lord Hanuman in a variety of ways. On this day, devotees hold a fast in remembrance of Lord Hanuman's birth day. Some go to temples, set up food stalls, and provide food to the poor and needy people. Some people organise kirtans, bhajans, and Sundar Kaand Paath on this auspicious day to appease Lord Hanuman.
Mantra
1. Om Ham Hanumate Namah..!!
2. Om Namo Bhagvate Hanumate Namah..!!
3. Ashta Siddhi Nav Nidhi Ke Daata As Var Deen Janki Maata..!!