Hanuman Jayanti in Karnataka: History, significance, and celebrations
India TodayHanuman Jayanti is a significant festival celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman. The celebration of Hanuman Jayanti in Karnataka has rich historical and cultural roots, and the festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm, especially amongst the Hindu communities. In Karnataka, the origins of Hanuman Jayanti celebrations can be traced back to the region’s rich devotion to Lord Rama. Many temples dedicated to Lord Rama and Lord Hanuman, especially in the towns of Mysore, Bangalore, and the coastal regions of Udupi, have historical ties to this tradition. SIGNIFICANCE OF HANUMAN VRATHAM According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma granted a special boon to Vāyu Deva, the wind god, stating that anyone who observes Hanuman Vratham would attain success in all their endeavours and experience peace and prosperity.