233-Year-Old Ramayana Manuscript Gifted to Ayodhya Museum

A rare 233-year-old Sanskrit manuscript of Valmiki's Ramayana has been gifted to the Ram Katha museum in Ayodhya. This historically significant manuscript, authored by Adi Kavi Valmiki and Maheshvara Tirtha, enhances the museum's collection, supporting its status as a global Ramayana heritage center.

In an event marking cultural significance, a rare Sanskrit manuscript of Valmiki's Ramayana, dated back 233 years, has been presented to the Ram Katha Museum in Ayodhya, the Culture Ministry has announced.

The handover witnessed Shrinivasa Varakhedi, Vice Chancellor of the Central Sanskrit University, formally presenting the manuscript to Nripendra Misra, Chairman of the Executive Council of the Prime Minister's Museum and Library.

Authored by Adi Kavi Valmiki with commentary by Maheshvara Tirtha, the manuscript, now permanently housed in Ayodhya, underscores the city's role as a center for Ramayana study and appreciation.

(With inputs from agencies.)