Valmiki Jayanti

Valmiki Jayanti is observed on the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the sage who wrote the Ramayana. The day is also observed as ‘Pargat Diwas’.

  • According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Valmiki Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day in the month of Ashwin.
  • According to beliefs, Valmiki was a dacoit in his earlier years who transformed after a meeting with Narada.
  • He decided to worship Lord Rama and sat in meditation for years. So intense was his meditation that an anthill (Valmika) was formed all over him, thus earning him the name ‘Valmiki’.
  • Valmiki is also known as ‘Adi Kavi’ (First Poet) ....
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