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The day has been marked with processions, cultural programs and Ramayana lessons in temples and educational institutions in various parts of India.
Maharishi valmiki jayanti: Schools and colleges in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, will be closed to mark the birth anniversary of the revered sage on 7 October and the author of the Ramayana.
Delhi: The Directorate of Education (DOE) has included Valmiki Jayati Holiday in its official calendar released earlier this year. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
The Delhi government announced that all government schools and offices will be close on Tuesday to celebrate the opportunity. (Image: File Photo)
In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a statewide public holiday to honor Maharishi Valmiki. (File photo)
In an official statement, the Chief Minister said, “A public holiday will be seen in the state on October 7, the birth anniversary of Lord Valmiki. A uninterrupted text of Ramayana will be held in every temple.” (Image: Canva)
Maharishi Valmiki Jayati celebrated the birth of Maharishi Valmiki, which is considered as the first poet and writer of Ramayana in Kavi or Sanskrit literature. (File photo)
The day has been marked with processions, cultural programs and Ramayana lessons in temples and educational institutions in various parts of India. (Image: Canva)
The memorial is a symbol of the values ​​of righteousness, knowledge and devotion embodied in Valmiki’s life and works. (Image: Canva)
Meanwhile, in Jammu and Kashmir, schools will remain closed on October 7, although not due to Valmiki Jayati. The state administration announced a two -day closure for all government and private schools after heavy rains and adverse weather conditions. (Image: Canva)
