Hanuman Jayanthi 2025 Date: When is Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi - May 22 or May 23?

Hanuman Jayanthi 2025 Date: When is Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi - May 22 or May 23?

Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi will be observed on Thursday, May 22, 2025. This sacred occasion holds deep significance for devotees in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, who honour the birth of Lord Hanuman, the mighty devotee of Lord Rama and a symbol of strength, devotion, and courage.

Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi

Unlike in some other parts of India where Hanuman Jayanthi is observed in the month of Chaitra, Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi follows a distinct tradition. It is not limited to a single day. Instead, it marks the end of a 41-day spiritual observance that begins on Chaitra Purnima (the full moon day of the Chaitra month) and concludes on the 10th day of Krishna Paksha in the Vaishakha month, which is celebrated as Hanuman Jayanthi.

The 41-Day Deeksha

During this period, devotees undertake Deeksha, a disciplined spiritual vow that includes fasting, chanting Hanuman Chalisa, attending temple rituals, and refraining from worldly pleasures. The Deeksha is seen as a time for physical and mental purification, culminating in the celebration of Hanuman’s birth on the final day.

On May 22, 2025, the 41-day Deeksha concludes, and devotees celebrate Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi with grand rituals, special pujas, and offerings at Hanuman temples across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Many also participate in processions, devotional singing (bhajans), and community gatherings in honour of Bajrangbali.

Why is this Day Special?

Lord Hanuman is revered for his unwavering devotion, boundless strength, and selfless service to Lord Rama. Devotees believe that observing Hanuman Jayanthi with sincerity brings courage, removes obstacles, and blesses them with health and protection.

Telugu Hanuman Jayanthi 2025 falls on May 22, marking the conclusion of a 41-day Deeksha observed by devotees in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. This day is a heartfelt celebration of Lord Hanuman’s divine birth and the values he embodies—devotion, strength, and humility.