April 3, 2026 – On Thursday, April 2, 2026 (Chaitra Purnima), millions of Hindus and the Indian diaspora across the globe observed Hanuman Jayanti 2026 — the sacred birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman (Bajrangbali). Devotees worshipped the divine symbol of immense strength, courage, unwavering devotion (bhakti), humility, and selfless service to Lord Ram.

From towering Hanuman statues and grand temple processions to community bhandaras and the landmark global online event Chalisas for Peace 2026, NRIs united in reciting the Hanuman Chalisa, performing Sundar Kand Path, offering sindoor and laddoos, and practising acts of seva. The celebrations reflected the deep spiritual connection of the Indian diaspora with their heritage, even while living thousands of miles away from India.

Here is a detailed country-wise overview of how the global Indian and Hindu community celebrated Hanuman Jayanti 2026:

United States (USA)

The USA witnessed some of the most vibrant and large-scale celebrations, especially in states with significant Indian populations.

• Texas: Massive events at Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, Frisco (Dallas) and Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple, Sugar Land (home to one of the tallest Hanuman statues outside India). Special abhishekams, all-day darshan, Sundar Kand Path, and community feasts were organised.
• California: Mount Madonna Center’s Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple in Watsonville hosted a colourful parade, Vedic yajna, chanting of Sundar Kand, and a grand community bhoj.
• New York & New Jersey: America Sevashram Sangha and other temples conducted havan, collective chanting, and devotional programmes. Many devotees joined the global Chalisas for Peace 2026 broadcast featuring renowned kirtan artists.

United Kingdom (UK)

• London: Chinmaya Mission UK and various temples organised full-day events with 108 Hanuman Chalisa recitations, bhajans, and community langar. The Chalisas for Peace initiative saw strong participation from the UK.
• Leicester, Nottingham & Birmingham: Temples hosted special Hanuman Janmotsav with group aarti, Sundar Kand Path, and prasad distribution. Devotees offered sindoor, red flowers, and sweets while keeping fasts.

Canada

• Ontario (Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga): Grand celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Hindu Mandir of Toronto, and Durga Mandir featured abhishek, collective chanting, and community bhandaras.
• British Columbia (Surrey & Vancouver): Shree Ram Hindu Temple and Lakshmi Narayan Mandir organised large gatherings with Hanuman Chalisa recitations and evening satsang.
• Alberta (Calgary & Edmonton): Hindu Society temples held special pujas and cultural programmes.

Australia

• Sydney: Hanuman Mandir in Liverpool conducted all-day events including 108 Hanuman Chalisa recitations and a grand community bhandara.
• Melbourne: Sri Durga Temple and Chinmaya Mission featured Dhwajarohan (flag hoisting), Sundar Kand Path, kids’ activities, and family-oriented celebrations.
• Other cities like Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide saw active temple pujas and home worship.

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

• Dubai: Hindu Temple Dubai and Shree Radheshyam Mandir organised special poojas, morning and evening aartis, and bhajans from early hours.
• Abu Dhabi: Triveni Adhyatmik Samitee hosted Hanuman Mahajanmotsav with devotional satsang.
• Sharjah and other emirates: Indian community groups arranged group chanting and prasad distribution, reflecting the strong expatriate presence in the Gulf.

Southeast Asia

• Singapore: Prominent temples organised grand abhishekams and processions with heavy participation from the Indian community.
• Malaysia: Devotees flocked to temples featuring towering Hanuman statues. Celebrations included colourful processions, special prayers, and community events that highlighted the deep-rooted Hindu traditions in the country.
• Indonesia & Thailand: Smaller but dedicated Hindu communities held temple pujas and recitations to mark the auspicious day.

Caribbean & South America

• Trinidad & Tobago: Elaborate celebrations at the famous Dattatreya Temple in Carapichaima, home to one of the tallest Hanuman statues outside India (85 feet). Traditional Caribbean-Hindu flavour marked the events with music, prayers, and community gatherings.
• Guyana, Suriname & Fiji: Indo-Caribbean communities organised vibrant celebrations blending local culture with traditional Hanuman worship, including special pujas and cultural performances.

Africa & Indian Ocean

• South Africa & Mauritius: Strong Indo-African and Indo-Mauritian communities held colourful temple events and processions. Mauritius, with its significant Hindu population, saw widespread celebrations reflecting deep cultural ties with India.

Europe & Other Regions

• Germany, Netherlands & other European countries: Bhakti Marga and various Hindu organisations hosted dedicated Hanuman Jayanti events with chanting, havan, and satsang.
• New Zealand: Indian communities in Auckland and other cities organised temple pujas and community gatherings.

Global Online Initiative

The highlight of the worldwide celebrations was Chalisas for Peace 2026 — a 16-hour continuous global broadcast on April 2. Over 108 singers from more than 30 countries, including Krishna Das, Nina Rao, Anup Jalota, and Jai Uttal, chanted the Hanuman Chalisa 108 times in a unified effort dedicated to world peace. Thousands of NRIs joined virtually from different time zones.

Common Rituals Practised by NRIs Worldwide

• Early morning holy bath and special puja with sindoor, jasmine oil, red flowers, bananas, laddoos, coconuts, and red cloth.
• Recitation of Hanuman Chalisa (11, 21, 51 or 108 times), Sundar Kand Path, and powerful Hanuman mantras for protection and strength.
• Temple visits for abhishek, collective aarti, bhajans, and Havan.
• Community bhandaras (free meals) and acts of selfless service (seva).
• Observing fasts (vrat) and breaking them after evening prayers.

Hanuman Jayanti 2026 beautifully demonstrated how Lord Hanuman’s timeless message of fearlessness, loyalty, humility, and pure devotion continues to inspire the global Indian diaspora. Towering statues and vibrant celebrations across continents stand as powerful symbols of cultural continuity and spiritual strength.

Jai Shri Ram! Jai Bajrangbali!