Lord Hanuman
Every Tuesday
Significance
Tuesday (Mangalvar) is devoted to Lord Hanuman. The fast is kept for courage, protection from troubles, relief from the ill effects of Mangal (Mars) in the horoscope, and strength to overcome difficulties. Devotees often wear red and offer sindoor to Hanuman ji on this day.
Vrat Vidhi (How to Observe)
- 1Bathe early, wear clean (ideally red) clothes and visit a Hanuman temple.
- 2Offer sindoor mixed with chameli oil, a garland of red flowers and boondi laddoo.
- 3Recite the Hanuman Chalisa and Bajrang Baan.
- 4Eat only once during the day — sweet items made of wheat/jaggery are traditional; avoid salt.
- 5Listen to the Mangalvar vrat katha and perform aarti.
Benefits
- Believed to give courage and remove fear
- Sought for relief from Mangal dosha and obstacles
- Brings protection and strength of will
What you can eat
- Wheat and jaggery items
- Fruits
- Milk
- Sweets without salt
What to avoid
- Salt
- Non-vegetarian food
- Onion and garlic
- Alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions
Mangalvar vrat mein namak kha sakte hain?
Traditionally salt is avoided on the Mangalvar (Hanuman) vrat — devotees eat sweet wheat-and-jaggery preparations instead.
Mangalvar vrat kitne mangalwar karna chahiye?
It is commonly kept for 21 consecutive Tuesdays, though you may take a sankalp for any fixed number with sincere devotion.