Mumbai: Every Tuesday during the Hindu month of Jyeshtha is celebrated as Bada Mangal, also known as Budhwa Mangal, a day dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Devotees across North India, especially in cities like Lucknow, observe the occasion with devotion and organise bhandaras (community feasts) and special pujas in Hanuman temples. The Tuesdays of this month hold unique spiritual significance, as they are associated with the worship of Hanuman Ji in his elderly or mature form.
In 2025, there will be five Bada Mangal Tuesdays—a rare occurrence that holds immense religious value. Today, 13 May, marks the first Bada Mangal of the year. It is believed that by worshipping Lord Hanuman on these days, devotees can seek blessings for strength, protection, and the fulfilment of heartfelt desires. Here’s everything you need to know about why Bada Mangal is celebrated and how to perform the rituals.
Bada Mangal 2025 Dates
This year, the five auspicious Tuesdays of the Jyeshtha month fall on:
- First Bada Mangal – 13 May 2025
- Second Bada Mangal – 20 May 2025
- Third Bada Mangal – 27 May 2025
- Fourth Bada Mangal – 2 June 2025
- Fifth Bada Mangal – 10 June 2025
Why Is Bada Mangal Celebrated?
According to Hindu mythology, it was on a Tuesday in the month of Jyeshtha that Lord Ram first met Hanuman Ji during the Treta Yuga while searching for Sita Mata. This historic moment is believed to mark the beginning of Hanuman’s eternal devotion to Ram, making every Tuesday in Jyeshtha spiritually powerful.
It is said that praying to both Hanuman Ji and Lord Ram on Bada Mangal can help devotees fulfil their wishes and find divine guidance in their lives.
Religious Importance of Bada Mangal
In Hindu belief, Hanuman Ji is worshipped as the most devoted follower of Lord Ram. Performing rituals on Bada Mangal is thought to protect devotees from evil forces, sudden accidents, and untimely death. Astrologically, it is also believed that worshipping Hanuman Ji helps reduce the malefic effects of Mars (Mangal) and Saturn (Shani).
The day is especially important for those seeking courage, spiritual strength, and relief from life’s obstacles.
Why Is Bada Mangal So Big in Lucknow?
A popular legend explains why Bada Mangal is especially grand in Lucknow. It is believed that the son of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah once fell gravely ill. Despite several remedies, nothing worked until the Nawab and his wife were advised to pray at the Hanuman temple in Aliganj. Miraculously, their son recovered after their prayers.
Grateful for the divine help, the Nawab ordered the temple’s renovation, which was completed during the month of Jyeshtha. Since then, a tradition of organising bhandaras and offering jaggery-based prasad began in Lucknow on Bada Mangal, and it continues to this day.
How to Perform Puja on Bada Mangal
Here are the steps to follow for performing Hanuman Puja on Bada Mangal:
- Wake up early and take a bath.
- If you’re observing a fast, take a vow after bathing.
- Wear red-coloured clothes, considered auspicious for the day.
- Offer a red robe (chola) to Lord Hanuman.
- Light a lamp with jasmine oil while chanting Hanuman’s name.
- Offer boondi laddoos as bhog (offering).
- Place a garland of tulsi and rose on the idol or picture of Hanuman Ji.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa 11 times with devotion.
- Perform Hanuman Aarti with complete dedication.
- Chant “Om Haan Hanumate Namah” 108 times for divine blessings.
- Conclude the puja by asking forgiveness for any unintentional errors.
Bada Mangal is not just a festival—it is a time for selfless devotion, community service, and spiritual upliftment. Whether you’re attending a bhandara, reciting the Hanuman Chalisa, or simply lighting a diya, the essence lies in faith and gratitude.
(Disclaimer: The information provided is based on traditional beliefs and religious texts. News9 Live does not endorse or validate these claims.)
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