When Is Hanuman Jayanti — April 11 Or 12? Know The Correct Date Here

Hanuman Jayanti is a special day for worshipping Lord Hanuman. Is Hanuman Janmotsav on April 11 or 12? Know the exact date and puja muhurat here.

By : ABP Live | Updated at : 10 Apr 2025 02:14 PM (IST)

Hanuman Jayanti 2025: According to the Hindu Panchang, Lord Hanuman’s appearance took place on the Chaitra Shukla Pratipada Tithi. However, some believe that his incarnation happened on Choti Diwali. This day is considered highly auspicious for success in education, marriage, and relief from debts.

This year, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on an especially auspicious day. It presents a special opportunity for those under Shani's Sade Sati to find relief from hardships. So, is Hanuman Jayanti in 2025 on April 11 or 12?

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When Is Hanuman Jayanti In 2025 – April 11 Or 12?

According to the Vedic Panchang, the full moon (Purnima) of the Chaitra month will begin at 3:21 AM and end on April 13 at 5:51 AM. Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on April 12.

Why Is Hanuman Jayanti Celebrated?

Lord Hanuman is considered a Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. He is the son of Mata Anjani and Vanar Raj Kesari. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Hanuman is still alive on Earth, as he is one of the immortals, also known as Chiranjivi. Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Bajrangbali. This day falls a few days after Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Shri Ram.

Lord Hanuman is known by many names, including Bajrangbali, Sundar, Maruti Nandan, Pavan Putra, Anjani Nandan, and Sankat Mochan. It is believed that those who worship Lord Hanuman are blessed with great success and happiness in life. He is regarded as the ultimate symbol of devotion and loyalty.

What Are The Special Powers Of Lord Hanuman?

Anima Siddhi – The power to transform oneself into a very tiny or subtle form (as when he swallowed the Sun, mistaking it for a fruit).
Garima Siddhi – The power to make oneself extremely heavy (as when he assumed a massive form in the Ashok Vatika in Lanka).
Laghima Siddhi – The power to make the body extremely light, which enabled him to fly.
Prapti Siddhi – The power to reach anywhere instantly (as seen when he leaped to Lanka).
Prakamya Siddhi – The power to instantly fulfill one's desires.
Mahima Siddhi – The power to expand one’s body to an enormous size.
Ishitva Siddhi – The power to have control over everything and the ability to lead and command.
Vashitva Siddhi – The power to influence and control others.

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