Hanuman Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the ardent devotee of Lord Rama and a central character in the epic Ramayana. On this day, devotees honor his unwavering fidelity and strength with prayers, hymns, and by visiting temples dedicated to him. The day is observed with reverence across India, as people reminisce Hanuman's immense courage and his pivotal role in Lord Rama's quest to rescue Sita. Devotees also fast and perform charitable acts to emulate his selflessness and fortitude.