Valmiki Jayanti
Maharshi Valmiki's Ramayana: A Timeless Guide for Humanity According to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat
Oct 08, 2025 11:48 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat explains how Maharshi Valmiki wrote the Ramayana to alleviate world suffering, emphasizing that this 8,000-year-old text offers timeless guidance on family relations, leadership, and devotion. Bhagwat urges Indians to uphold this spiritual legacy as their responsibility toward humanity.
Karnataka Considers Adding Ramayana to School Curriculum: CM Siddaramaiah Announces at Valmiki Jayanti
Oct 07, 2025 10:50 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced plans to consider including the Ramayana and its author Maharshi Valmiki in the state's school curriculum. Speaking at the Valmiki Jayanti celebration in Bengaluru, the CM highlighted Valmiki's literary genius despite facing educational barriers and emphasized the importance of education for community development. The proposal follows a request from former minister VS Ugrappa and recognizes the epic's universal significance in Indian cultural heritage.
Delhi Government Announces Holiday for Valmiki Jayanti: All Offices to Remain Closed on October 7
Oct 06, 2025 10:01 am CST
Delhi government has declared a holiday on October 7 for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta participating in city-wide celebrations honoring the Ramayana author. A special program at the Secretariat will explore the life and teachings of Maharishi Valmiki, highlighting the government's commitment to equality and justice for the Dalit community.