Valmiki Jayanti — महत्त्व
Valmiki Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Sage Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana. It is observed on the full moon of Ashwin. Devotees recite the Ramayana and honour the sage.
Valmiki Jayanti — महत्त्व
According to tradition, Valmiki was a robber transformed by the grace of the seven sages. He composed the Ramayana—the first Sanskrit epic—and gave shelter to Sita and her sons Lava and Kusha. The Ramayana narrates the life of Rama and is recited for merit.
Valmiki Jayanti — पूजा विधि
- At sunrise, take a bath and offer flowers to the image or idol of Valmiki.
- Recite or listen to the Ramayana (especially the Valmiki Ramayana); organise katha.
- Donate books, food, or clothes to the needy in the sage's name.
- Visit Valmiki temples if available; chant Rama nama.
Valmiki Jayanti — मंत्र और प्रार्थना
मा निषाद प्रतिष्ठां त्वमगमः शाश्वतीः समाः
mā niṣāda pratiṣṭhāṃ tvamagamaḥ śāśvatīḥ samāḥ
First verse of Ramayana
Valmiki Jayanti — पारंपरिक व्यंजन
- ●Sattvic prasad
- ●Fruits
- ●Traditional meal
Valmiki Jayanti — अन्य नाम
North India
Ramayana recital
South India
Valmiki temple visit
Valmiki Jayanti — क्या करें / क्या न करें
क्या करें
- ✓Recite Ramayana
- ✓Honour Valmiki
- ✓Donate
- ✓Chant Rama name
क्या न करें
- ✗Do not disrespect the sage
- ✗Avoid negative speech
- ✗Do not skip the recital if possible
Valmiki Jayanti — FAQ
- Valmiki Jayanti क्या है?
- Valmiki Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Sage Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana.
- Valmiki Jayanti 2026 में कब है?
- 2026 में Valmiki Jayanti सोमवार, 26 अक्टूबर 2026 को पड़ता है।
- Valmiki Jayanti की पूजा विधि क्या है?
- At sunrise, take a bath and offer flowers to the image or idol of Valmiki.; Recite or listen to the Ramayana (especially the Valmiki Ramayana); organise katha.; Donate books, food, or clothes to the needy in the sage's name.; Visit Valmiki temples if available; chant Rama nama.
- Valmiki Jayanti पर क्या खाना चाहिए?
- Sattvic prasad, Fruits, Traditional meal
- Valmiki Jayanti पर क्या करना चाहिए?
- Recite Ramayana; Honour Valmiki; Donate
- Valmiki Jayanti पर क्या नहीं करना चाहिए?
- Do not disrespect the sage; Avoid negative speech; Do not skip the recital if possible
- Valmiki Jayanti पर किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
- Valmiki Jayanti Rama को समर्पित है।
Upcoming Valmiki Jayanti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Valmiki Jayanti is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 अक्टू॰ 2026 | सोमवार | 05:34 pm | — |
| 15 अक्टू॰ 2027 | शुक्रवार | 05:28 pm | — |