"Celebrating Hanuman Jayanti in this way for 25 yrs": UP Congress chief Ajay Rai takes part in shobha yatra

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai on Saturday took part in a shobha yatra on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in Varanasi and said that for the past 25 years, they have been celebrating Hanuman Jayanti in this way.
"We have been celebrating Hanuman Jayant in this way for the last 25 years in the city of Baba Vishwanath. We pray for the entire country, the state, and the people of Kashi," Rai told ANI.

Devotees across the country thronged to the temples and offered prayers on the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on Saturday.
Several devotees also gathered at the Hanuman Temple in Lucknow on the occasion to offer their prayers and seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman, who is known for his unwavering devotion, courage, and strength.

Jabalpur's Pachmatha temple had prepared a special Maha Thali with 56 traditional dishes from across India and a massive 5,000 kg laddu.
Marking its silver jubilee, the Hanuman Mandir Seva Samiti and Mahila Mandal are set to organise a grand three-day celebration
Hanuman Jayanti or Hanuman Janmotsav celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, an ardent follower of Lord Ram.
Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Hanuman and is observed on the day of the full moon in the Hindu month of Chaitra, which occurs in March or April. It also goes by the name Chaitra Poornima. On this auspicious occasion, devotees across the world keep fast and offer puja to the deity. Devotees chant Hanuman Mantras to form a deeper connection with Lord Hanuman.
The festivities are marked by colourful processions, cultural performances and the sharing of prasad.
On this auspicious occasion, devotees across the world keep fast and offer puja to the deity. Devotees chant Hanuman Mantras to appease Sankatmochan and form a deeper connection with Lord Hanuman. (ANI)