Sri Valmiki Jayanti: Celebrating the Life and Teachings of the Adi Kavi.
Sri Valmiki Jayanti, also known as Pragat Diwas, is an annual festival commemorating the birth of the revered sage Maharishi Valmiki, the author of the Indian epic, the Ramayana. Which is celebrated on Purnima in the month of Ashwin, usually falling between September and October. Sage Valmiki, also called the Adi Kavi, and is credited with composing the Ramayana, a monumental Sanskrit epic that has shaped the moral and spiritual values of India for millennials. According to popular legend, Sri Valmiki was originally a robber named Ratnakar, who lived by robbing people. However, his life changed drastically after an encounter with the sage Narada, who guided him to the path of righteousness. His transformation is seen as an inspiring example of how devotion, reflection, and the search for truth can lead one to the highest spiritual achievements. Maharishi Valmiki is also remembered for his compassion and empathy, qualities that shine through his epic work, the Ramayana. Sr