Devotees throng Hanuman Garhi Temple in Ayodhya on Hanuman Jayanti

ANI April 12, 2025 151 views

Hanuman Jayanti 2024 witnessed an extraordinary outpouring of devotion across multiple temples in India. Devotees thronged sacred sites like Ayodhya's Hanuman Garhi and Ram Temple, offering heartfelt prayers and participating in traditional rituals. The celebrations showcased India's rich spiritual heritage, with special offerings like the 56-dish Maha Thali symbolizing cultural unity. Temples across different states resonated with chants, prayers, and the spirit of Lord Hanuman's legendary devotion.

"Unity in diversity reflects the true spirit of our celebrations" - Hanuman Mandir Seva Samiti
Ayodhya, April 12: Devotees thronged Ayodhya's Hanuman Garhi Temple to offer prayers on the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Saturday.

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Massive crowds gather at Hanuman Garhi Temple in Ayodhya

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Devotees take holy dip in Saryu River during festivities

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Special 56-dish Maha Thali prepared at Jabalpur's Pachmatha temple

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Celebrations mark Lord Hanuman's birth with traditional rituals

In the visuals, devotees were seen standing in the queue, waiting for their chance to offer prayers.

Meanwhile, devotees offered prayers and took a holy dip in the Saryu River as they arrived at Ram Temple in Ayodhya on the occasion.

The devotees also arrived at Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple to offer prayers on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.

Several devotees also gathered at the Hanuman Temple in Lucknow on the occasion to offer their prayers and seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman, who is known for his unwavering devotion, courage, and strength.

Moreover, the devotees arrived at Shri Koranti Hanuman Temple, Kalaburagi, in Karnataka, and offered prayers to Lord Hanuman.

Jabalpur's Pachmatha temple had prepared a special Maha Thali with 56 traditional dishes from across India and a massive 5,000 kg laddu.

Marking its silver jubilee, the Hanuman Mandir Seva Samiti and Mahila Mandal are set to organise a grand three-day celebration

The thali reflects the idea of "unity in diversity," bringing together regional favourites on a single sacred platter. There's dry fruit from Kashmir, fafda-jalebi and dhokla from Gujarat, layiya from Uttar Pradesh, Banarasi paan and lassi, bel sharbat, and even Bihar's signature litti-chokha.

Hanuman Jayanti or Hanuman Janmotsav celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, an ardent follower of Lord Ram.

Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Hanuman and is observed on the day of the full moon in the Hindu month of Chaitra, which occurs in March or April. It also goes by the name Chaitra Poornima. On this auspicious occasion, devotees across the world keep fast and offer puja to the deity. Devotees chant Hanuman Mantras to form a deeper connection with Lord Hanuman.

The festivities are marked by colourful processions, cultural performances and the sharing of prasad.

On this auspicious occasion, devotees across the world keep fast and offer puja to the deity. Devotees chant Hanuman Mantras to appease Sankatmochan and form a deeper connection with Lord Hanuman.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Jai Bajrangbali! 🙏 The energy at Hanuman Garhi must be incredible today. Wish I could be there to witness the devotion and celebrations. The 5,000kg laddu sounds amazing!
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Rahul S.
While the devotion is beautiful, I hope the authorities are managing the crowds properly. Last year there were reports of stampede risks at these large gatherings. Safety should be priority #1.
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Anjali M.
The concept of the Maha Thali with dishes from across India is so heartwarming! Food truly brings people together. Jai Hanuman! 🕉️
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Vikram P.
My family visited the Lucknow Hanuman Temple today. The bhajans were so powerful they gave me goosebumps. There's something magical about celebrating with thousands of devotees.
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Sunita R.
Beautiful to see how Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated across India with such diversity yet unity. The Saryu River dip must be so spiritually cleansing. Makes me emotional seeing our traditions alive and thriving.

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