Lucknow, Oct 25 (HS): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi

Adityanath on Sunday extended his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the

people of the state on the occasion of the birth anniversary of the first poet,

Maharishi Valmiki. The Chief Minister said that the life and works of Maharishi

Valmiki represent the rich heritage of the Indian knowledge tradition.

In his message, the Chief Minister said that through the

Ramayana, the first poet, Maharishi Valmiki, brought the ideal character of

Lord Shri Ram, the most dignified man, to the masses. His Ramayana is an

invaluable text of Indian culture, life values, and ideals. Maharishi Valmiki's

birth anniversary inspires us to embrace the values of truth, righteousness,

dignity, compassion, and public welfare, which are reflected in the life of

Lord Shri Ram.

The Chief Minister said that the life and works of Maharishi

Valmiki represent the rich heritage of the Indian knowledge tradition. He

showed society the path of morality, duty, and human values. Even today, his

works inspire society to move forward on the path of truth and righteousness

and strengthen human sensibilities.

Chief Minister Yogi said that under the guidance of Prime

Minister Narendra Modi, the Uttar Pradesh government is continuously working to

pass on the ideals and rich heritage of Maharishi Valmiki to the new

generation. In this regard, works such as the beautification of Maharishi

Valmiki's place of penance in Lalapur, Chitrakoot district, and the

establishment of Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Shri Ayodhyadham

have been undertaken. On the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, various

religious and cultural programs, including Ramayana recitations, are being

organized at various temples and shrines across the state.

The Chief Minister said that Maharishi Valmiki's teachings

inspire harmony, goodwill, and the strengthening of human values in society.

May this auspicious occasion of his birth anniversary further strengthen the

spirit of service, morality, and public welfare among the people of the state,

and may Uttar Pradesh continue to progress on the path of peace, harmony, and

prosperity.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi