Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on two different dates as the dates differ depending on two different sects or regions in the Hindu calendar.
One date is celebrated as Hanuman Janmashtami, which falls on the full moon day of Krishna Paksha of Chaitra month. It is also called Chaitra Shukla Purnima. This date is celebrated in different parts of India, such as in North India and in Western India.
The second date is celebrated as Hanuman Jayanti, which falls on the Trayodashi date of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month. This date is more prominent in the southern parts of India.
Thus, Hanuman Jayanti has two different dates as the dates vary across Indian sects and regions.

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Hanuman Jayanti is usually celebrated in the Hindu month of Chaitra, which typically falls in March or April in the Gregorian calendar. The exact date can vary based on the lunar calendar.

People celebrate Hanuman Jayanti to honor and remember Lord Hanuman’s birth and his extraordinary qualities such as devotion, strength, and loyalty. Devotees pray for his blessings to gain similar virtues and to seek protection from evil.

On Hanuman Jayanti, devotees often visit Hanuman temples, offer prayers, sing bhajans (devotional songs), and recite the Hanuman Chalisa. Some people also observe fasts and participate in religious processions.

Devotees might perform rituals such as abhishek (ceremonial bathing of the idol) with water, milk, and honey. They also decorate Hanuman idols with garlands and sindoor (vermillion). Reading the Hanuman Chalisa and other sacred texts is also a common practice.

The Hanuman Chalisa is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman, composed by the poet Tulsidas. It consists of 40 verses praising Hanuman’s qualities and deeds. Reciting it is believed to bring strength, courage, and protection from adversities.

Devotees often prepare special prasad (offering) such as laddoos, bananas, and other fruits, which are Hanuman’s favorite. These offerings are distributed among devotees after being offered to the deity.

Hanuman is often shown holding a mace (gada) symbolizing his immense strength. The mountain he carries represents the episode from the Ramayana where he lifts the entire Dronagiri mountain to bring the Sanjeevani herb to save Lakshmana, showcasing his power and dedication.

Yes, the celebrations can vary by region. In some parts of India, particularly Maharashtra, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great fervor and large processions. In Tamil Nadu, it is celebrated in the month of Margazhi (December-January). The customs and rituals may differ, but the essence of devotion to Hanuman remains the same.

If you’re new to Hanuman Jayanti, you can start by visiting a nearby Hanuman temple, participating in the prayers, and observing the rituals. Reading the Hanuman Chalisa and learning about Hanuman’s stories from the Ramayana can also help you understand and appreciate the significance of the festival.