Hanuman Jayanti 2027 falls on Tuesday, April 20, on Chaitra Purnima.

What the day marks

The day celebrates the birth of Hanuman, a symbol of strength, devotion and service. In the Valmiki Ramayana and the Tulsidas tradition, Hanuman represents the ideal devotee: immensely powerful but completely selfless, capable of moving mountains but choosing to serve. That combination is why he’s invoked for both physical strength and the courage to face difficult situations.

The Tuesday factor

Hanuman Jayanti falling on a Tuesday in 2027 is notable. Tuesday (Mangalvar) is already Hanuman’s day in the weekly cycle. When his jayanti also lands on a Tuesday, the conjunction is considered doubly auspicious. This doesn’t happen every year, since Chaitra Purnima shifts through the week. Many temples extend their celebrations on such years, with longer akhand paath sessions and larger processions.

In astrological terms, Tuesday is ruled by Mars (Mangal), and Hanuman is the traditional remedy for a troubled Mars in the birth chart. If your kundli shows Mangal in the 8th or 12th house, or if you’re in a Mangal Dasha, Hanuman worship on Tuesdays is one of the most commonly prescribed remedies. A Hanuman Jayanti that falls on Tuesday amplifies that connection.

Key observances

A Hanuman Chalisa or Sundarkand reading, and offering sindoor and a chola (saffron cloth) to the idol, are considered especially rewarding on this day. Here’s a quick breakdown of the main observances:

  • Hanuman Chalisa path: The 40-verse hymn by Tulsidas. Many devotees recite it 7, 11, or 108 times on this day. Even a single recitation with focus carries weight.
  • Sundarkand paath: The fifth book of the Ramcharitmanas, covering Hanuman’s journey to Lanka. Longer than the Chalisa, usually done in a group setting. Many temples organize a collective Sundarkand reading on the evening before Hanuman Jayanti.
  • Sindoor offering: Hanuman is traditionally offered sindoor (vermillion) because, according to the well-known story, he once smeared his entire body with sindoor after seeing Sita apply it to her forehead for Ram’s long life. He took it literally and covered himself head to toe.
  • Chola (saffron cloth): A saffron or orange cloth draped over the murti. The colour represents vairagya (renunciation) and tapas (austerity).
  • Besan laddoo and gur: These are the standard prasad offerings at most Hanuman temples.

Regional variations

In most of North India, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on Chaitra Purnima. But parts of South India, particularly Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, celebrate it on the Moola nakshatra in the month of Margashirsha (December). Both traditions have textual backing and both are widely observed. If your family follows the December date, that’s equally valid.

In Maharashtra, the day is called Hanuman Jayanti and is a significant public celebration with processions, especially in cities like Pune, Nashik, and Mumbai. In Andhra Pradesh, the temple at Kondagattu sees huge crowds on this day.

When the puja is done

The puja is done in the morning while the Purnima tithi is active. If you’re an early riser, Brahma Muhurat (about 1.5 hours before sunrise) is considered ideal, but any time before noon is standard practice. Falling on a Tuesday this cycle makes the day doubly auspicious for Hanuman worship.

Check the timing for your city

Check the muhurat page with your city selected for that day’s Rahu Kaal (to avoid it) and the panchang page for the exact Purnima tithi window at your location.