Valmiki Jayanti

The birthday of Valmiki is celebrated on the Full moon day(Purnima) of Ashwin (September-October). The story of Lord Rama written by him is called Valmiki’s Ramayana and is the first epic of Sanskrit literature.On his birthday he is worshipped and prayed and his portraits are taken out in gay processions through the main bazaars and streets. Kirtans are also held in Valmiki temples.

2016 Date : 16^th October, Sunday.