हनुमान पूजा
Hanuman Pooja involves the offering of sindoor, flowers and sweets, the recital of the Hanuman Chalisa and an aarti.
Devotees usually arrange it on Tuesdays or Saturdays, and it is also performed at home as part of other ceremonies.
Significance: Hanuman is worshipped for strength, protection and unwavering devotion.
Typical duration: 1 to 2 hours
Procedure
- Clean the area and place an image or idol of Hanuman.
- Offer sindoor mixed with oil, flowers and a garland.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa, and optionally Hanuman Ashtak.
- Perform aarti and distribute prasad such as laddoo or boondi.
Samagri checklist
Your Pandit will confirm the exact list for your family tradition.
- Hanuman idol or image
- Sindoor and oil
- Red flowers and garland
- Laddoo or boondi
- Incense and camphor
- Betel leaves
Frequently asked questions
Is Hanuman Pooja only for Tuesdays?
Tuesdays and Saturdays are commonly chosen, but the pooja can be done on any day.
