Maharishi Valmiki's Birthday is a optional holiday in India, known locally as Maharshi Valmiki's Jayanti.
In 2026 it falls on Monday 26 October; in 2027 on Friday 15 October.
It is a regional holiday, observed in 5 of the country’s subdivisions.
Dates, 2025 to 2028
| Year | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 October | Tuesday | |
| 2026 | 26 October | Monday long weekend | |
| 2027 | 15 October | Friday long weekend | |
| 2028 | 3 October | Tuesday |