Tamil Hanuman Jayanti is an important celebration in Tamil Nadu, where people honor Lord Hanuman. People take part in prayers, rituals, and cultural events to show their respect for Lord Hanuman on this special day.

Date

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The celebration lasts for forty-one days, starting from Chaitra Purnima and ending on the tenth day of Krishna Paksha in the Vaishakha month. According to Drik Panchang, this year's Hanuman Jayanti is on 11 January. The Amavasai Tithi started at 20:10 pm on 10 January and will end at 17:26 pm on 11 January.

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Why It's Important

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People believe that celebrating Hanuman Jayanti brings spiritual blessings and connects them with the divine. On this day, you'll find prayers, the chanting of Hanuman Chalisa, and other activities that deepen the connection with the spiritual world.

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What People Do

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Since Lord Hanuman was born at dawn, temples start special talks at sunrise, finishing after the sun is up. People who observe this day usually wake up early, freshen up, and spend the day participating in spiritual activities.

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