Chitthi Wale Hanuman Ji Temple is located near Budha Talab, at the Kailashpuri–Tikrapara turn in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The temple is popularly known as Chitthi Wale Hanuman Ji because devotees write their wishes and prayers on paper and offer these letters at the feet of Lord Hanuman. This unique tradition has made the temple a special centre of faith in Raipur.
The exact age of the temple is not known. It is regarded as an old local temple, while its present-day fame has grown considerably in recent years.
The main deity is Lord Hanuman, the devoted servant of Lord Rama and a symbol of strength, courage, devotion and protection.
The special feature of this temple is the tradition of writing a personal prayer or wish on paper and offering it to Hanuman Ji. Devotees write about their hopes and difficulties, including employment, financial problems, family happiness, freedom from debt and other personal wishes.
The temple is a simple local place of worship rather than a temple known for elaborate historical architecture. Its importance comes mainly from the devotion of its visitors and the unique tradition of offering handwritten prayers.
Its location near the historic Budha Talab area adds to its connection with the older religious landscape of Raipur.
The temple has become widely known in Raipur because of its distinctive letter-offering tradition. According to local reports, the number of devotees following this practice has increased greatly over the last few years.
Devotees come with flowers, fruits, prasad and handwritten letters. Reports also mention that letters have arrived from devotees living outside Raipur. Some devotees return to the temple after they believe their prayers have been answered, offering their gratitude to Hanuman Ji.
Once upon a time, devotees began coming before Lord Hanuman with prayers that were difficult to express in words.
So they found a simple way to speak to their beloved Bajrangbali — they wrote their wishes on paper.
A small letter became a heartfelt prayer. Devotees wrote about their hopes, worries, and difficulties, and then placed the letter at the feet of Hanuman Ji with complete faith.
As more devotees followed this practice, the temple became known as Chitthi Wale Hanuman Ji — the Hanuman Ji who receives the letters of his devotees.
People began writing prayers for a job, financial relief, family happiness, freedom from debt and many other personal wishes. According to local belief, some devotees feel that their prayers are fulfilled after offering these letters, and they return to the temple to thank Hanuman Ji.
The tradition continues even today. For devotees, the letter is more than a piece of paper. It is a symbol of faith — a way of placing one’s deepest prayer before Bajrangbali and leaving the result in his hands.
Hanuman Jayanti is the major festival associated with Lord Hanuman and is celebrated with special prayers, offerings and devotional activities. The temple also receives many devotees on Tuesdays and Saturdays, which are traditionally considered important days for Hanuman worship. During these days, devotees come for darshan, offer prayers and place their handwritten chittis before Hanuman Ji.
