Shri Hanuman Puja Vidhi
A comprehensive, authentic step-by-step guide for performing Hanuman Puja at home, including required Samagri list, Sindoor Chola Vidhi, Bhog offerings, Chalisa recitation, and Aarti.
Required Puja Samagri List (पूजन सामग्री)
• Red/Orange Aasana (woollen sitting mat)
• Cow Ghee or Mustard Oil for lamp (diya)
• Pure Gangajal or clean water in Kalash
• Red flowers, Marigold garland, Tulsi leaves
• Boondi, Besan Laddoo, or Jaggery-Gram (Gur-Chana)
• Paan (Betel leaf) with clove and cardamom
Step-by-Step Hanuman Puja Procedure
Pavitrikaran & Aachaman
Sit on your mat facing East or North. Sprinkle clean water over yourself and the puja area while reciting: "Om Apavitrah Pavitro Va...". Sip a drop of water thrice from your right palm.
Deep Prajvalan & Sankalpa
Light the Ghee/Mustard oil lamp and incense. Take water, rice, and a flower in your right hand, stating your name, place (e.g. Paraspur), and intention (Sankalpa) for the puja.
Sindoor & Chameli Oil Arpan (सिंदूर अर्पण)
Mix orange Sindoor with Chameli oil and gently apply to Hanuman Ji's feet and forehead. Offer red flowers, Akshata, and Tulsi leaves.
Reciting Hanuman Chalisa & Sundarkand
With steady devotion, recite the Shri Hanuman Chalisa 1, 7, 11, or 100 times.
Offering Bhog & Performing Aarti
Offer fresh Boondi or Laddoos along with Tulsi leaves. Perform Hanuman Ji Ki Aarti, seek forgiveness (Ksama Yachana), and distribute Prasad.