On this day, devotional discourses (kīrtan) are held in the temple of Deity Hanumān (Māruti) before sunrise. The kirtan is concluded at sunrise when Deity Hanumān is born. Thereafter the idol of Deity Hanumān is ritualistically worshipped and a Holy sacrament of sweets prepared from dry ginger (sunthwada) is distributed.
Abhishekams
The significance of abhishekam to any deity is as follows:
Sandal Paste : for developing a cool mind and mental peace
Turmeric : for healing, recovery from diseases, and matrimony
Coconut : for curing asthma
Curd Rice : for curing ulcer etc
Cow’s Milk : for progeny, to ward off snake curse etc
Honey : for developing a good voice
Gold : for prosperity