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Yamunanagar Celebrates Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti with Grand Shobha Yatra
Procession honours Valmiki’s legacy as participants recall Dr BR Ambedkar’s ideals and teachings
A grand Shobha Yatra was organised in Yamunanagar on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki’s sacred birth anniversary under the aegis of the Bhagwan Valmiki Mandir Committee. The procession celebrated the legacy of Maharishi Valmiki, revered as the composer of the Ramayana and the guide who imparted education to Luv and Kush.
The occasion also included a remembrance of Dr BR Ambedkar. Participants discussed his teachings and emphasised the importance of following his ideals.
The procession was flagged off by chief guest Gaurav Bedi, son of Cabinet Minister Krishan Bedi; BJP Yuva District President Nischal Gurjar, son of former minister Kanwar Pal Gurjar; and BJP district president Rajesh Sapra.
BJP youth leader Mohit Kait (Ishu), Sunny Lohat, Dilip Kandara and several other prominent residents attended the event. Residents extended a warm welcome to the procession and showered flower petals as it passed through the city.
Committee president Arun Rindal, secretary Kapil Meghnad, vice-president Arun Sahota and members Gaurav, Ravi Saude, Gagan, Sahil, Bobinder, Shakti, Babit and others played a key role in organising the event.
At the conclusion, the temple committee expressed gratitude to all residents for their participation and support.
