Hanuman Janmotsav 2026: When is Bajrangbali's birthday? Learn the exact date and the best time to worship.

News Topical, Digital Desk : For devotees of Lord Hanuman, the day of "Hanuman Janmotsav" is the most significant and sacred day of the year. Bajrangbali, a symbol of courage, devotion, and service, was born on the full moon day of Chaitra month. This occasion will be especially special in the year 2026, as many auspicious coincidences are occurring on this day.

According to the Druk Panchang, Lord Shiva's 11th incarnation, Sankatmochan Hanuman, was born on the Shukla Purnima Tithi of the month of Chaitra. In 2026, Chaitra Purnima falls on Thursday, April 2. Thursday is considered the day of Lord Vishnu, and Hanuman is a staunch devotee of Lord Rama, making this day even more significant.

Auspicious time (Shubh Muhurat)

Start of Purnima Tithi: 1 April 2026, from night time.

End of Purnima Tithi: 2 April 2026, evening time.

Udayatithi: Since Udayatithi is on 2nd April, the birth anniversary will be celebrated on this day .

Best time to worship: Worshiping in the morning (Brahma Muhurta) and in the evening at dusk will be very fruitful.

Simple Puja Method

Hanuman is a deity who can be pleased with very little effort. You can worship him at home by doing the following:

Bath and Resolution: Wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear clean red or yellow clothes.

Idol installation: Spread a red cloth on a platform and install the idol or photo of Hanumanji.

Offering a Chola: If possible, offer a "Chola" (a sacred thread) to Bajrangbali by mixing vermilion with jasmine oil. This is very dear to him.

Offering: Offer them gram flour laddus, boondi or jaggery-gram.

Text: Recite Hanuman Chalisa, Sunderkand or Bajrang Baan.

Aarti: Finally, light a lamp and perform his Aarti with devotion.

Importance of Hanuman Jayanti

According to scriptures, Hanuman is immortal, so it's more appropriate to call his birthday "Janamotsav" (birth anniversary). It is believed that on this day, any devotee who seeks his refuge with a true heart will be relieved of all mental and physical suffering.

Pro Tip:

On this day, definitely offer Tulsi Dal (Basil leaves) to Hanuman Ji, because without Tulsi, his offering is considered incomplete.

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