Hanuman Puja 2025: Date, Legends, Kali Chaudas Significance & Rituals

 

Date: October 19, 2025 (Sunday)
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi, Kartik Month
Also Known As: Kali Chaudas, Hanuman Jayanti (Ayodhya)
Festival Context: Observed a day before Diwali Puja

Significance of Hanuman Puja on Kali Chaudas

In regions like Gujarat, Hanuman Puja is performed on Kali Chaudas, a night believed to be dominated by negative energies and evil spirits. Devotees worship Lord Hanuman, the embodiment of strength and protection, to:

• Ward off evil influences
• Gain courage, vitality, and spiritual shielding
• Cleanse the environment before Diwali

Legends Behind the Observance

Hanuman’s Devotion to Lord Rama

As per Ramayana tradition:

• Diwali marks Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana
• Hanuman’s unwavering devotion earned him the blessing to be worshipped before Rama
• Hence, Hanuman Puja is performed a day before Diwali

Hanuman Jayanti at Hanumangarhi, Ayodhya

• The same day is celebrated as Hanuman Jayanti at the Hanumangarhi temple
• In contrast, North India observes Hanuman Jayanti on Chaitra Purnima

Rituals & Regional Practices

• Devotees light lamps and diyas to dispel darkness and negativity
• Offerings include sindoor, oil, betel leaves, and sweets
• Recitation of Hanuman Chalisa, Sundarakanda, and bhajans is common
• In Gujarat, special Hanuman temples host night-long vigils and pujas