In certain North Indian families, Hanuman worship is incorporated during the Diwali season, particularly on Chaturdashi. The emphasis lies on devotion, strength, service, and comfort. This practice is regional or specific to households, not a mandatory observance for all celebrating Choti Diwali.
Prepare a calm worship space
Tidy the space surrounding a current image or murti and place a small lamp, water, flowers, and a customary offering nearby. A printed prayer book can assist everyone in participating. Ensure the arrangement is simple enough to manage easily and clean up afterward.
Offer according to established practice
Sindoor and oil are associated with Hanuman worship in some traditions. Ask the temple or follow your household's practice before applying anything to a murti. Pigments and oils can damage surfaces, and a temple may have specific rules about offerings.
Read with understanding
A brief devotional reading or a well-known section of the Hanuman Chalisa can be paired with a discussion on service and bravery. Translating a few lines for children might capture their interest better than hastily going through a lengthy program they struggle to understand.
Carry devotion into action
Assist an elder, contribute to a household chore, or offer practical help to someone in need. Frame protection from harmful influences as a matter of faith, without asserting that a ritual brings spirits or substitutes for regular care.