Valmiki Jayanti: From Bandit to Saint, A Story of Transformation

Valmiki Jayanti, also known as Pragat Diwas, celebrates the birth of the sage Valmiki.

Valmiki is the revered author of the ancient Indian epic Ramayana

The festival falls on the full moon day of the Ashwin month

Valmiki is honored for his contribution to Indian literature and spiritual teachings

People recite verses from the Ramayana on this occasion

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