Delhi to Witness the 72nd Maharishi Valmiki Shobha Yatra on October 7, Celebrating the Saint-Poet’s Legacy of Righteousness and Unity

New Delhi: Carrying forward a proud legacy of 72 years, the Historic Grand Shobha Yatra, of Aadi Kavi Maharshi Valmiki Bhagwan the writer of sacred epic Ramayana organized by the Maharishi Valmiki Janmotsav Committee (Regd.) Delhi Pradesh, is set for inauguration at the national capital on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Madhodas Park, Red Fort, Delhi and further proceed to Historical Bhagwan Valmiki Temple, Mandir Marg, Punchkuian Road, New Delhi. The annual celebration marks the auspicious occasion of Bhagwan Maharishi Valmiki Ji’s Prakatotsav and honours the timeless teachings and spiritual heritage of the revered saint-poet, highlighting values of righteousness, compassion, and unity that continue to inspire generations.

The grand event will open with a vibrant cultural program and felicitation ceremony, followed by devotional tableaux, band performances, and traditional music, culminating in the inauguration of the Shobha Yatra. Thousands of devotees and community members are expected to join the procession, which has long stood as a symbol of unity and devotion in Delhi’s cultural calendar.

The celebration will be graced by distinguished dignitaries, including Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, as Chief Guest; Hon’ble Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, Former Chief Justice of India, as Guest of Honour; and Chaudhery Manish Parcha, President of the Maharishi Valmiki Janmotsav Committee (Regd.) Delhi Pradesh, presiding over the event.

In his message ahead of the celebration, Justice K.G. Balakrishnan said, “Bhagwan Valmiki’s message of righteousness and compassion continues to guide humanity. This celebration is a living reminder of India’s moral and spiritual foundations that bind our society together.”

The Yatra will be guided by senior community leaders Ch. Pt. Durgadas and Kishan Lal Sinandi as Patrons. The organizing committee includes Sachin Gaur (Chairman), Madan Rukhar (Convenor), Anil Sinandi (General Secretary), Gaurav Pehalwan (Treasurer), Rohit Dilod (Manager), Vicky Premi (Spokesperson), Karan Parcha (Coordinator), Ajay Parcha (Acting President) and Anshul Rukhar (Vice President)

Sharing his thoughts, Chaudhery Manish Parcha said, “This Shobha Yatra reflects our collective devotion and cultural pride. For more than seven decades, it has carried forward the values of truth, compassion, and equality that Bhagwan Valmiki Ji embodied.”

The Maharishi Valmiki Janmotsav Committee (Regd.) Delhi Pradesh warmly invites the media and public to join this sacred celebration and witness one of Delhi’s most enduring symbols of faith, unity, and tradition.