The Akhand Ramayan Path is a sacred practice in which the entire Ramcharitmanas, a Hindu scripture that narrates the life and teachings of Lord Shri Ram, is recited continuously for 24 hours without any interruptions. Along with the recitation, devotional songs and hymns praising Lord Shri Ram are sung, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
This revered practice is believed to bring blessings, peace, and tranquility to the participants’ lives. By immersing themselves in the divine story of Lord Shri Ram and absorbing his life lessons, devotees seek to attain spiritual growth, inner strength, and divine grace.
The path is typically led by a chief pandit who initiates the recitation with the Gauri Ganesh Kalash Puja, a ritual to invoke the blessings of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Gauri. A team of pandits accompanies the recitation, accompanying it with musical instruments like Dholak and Manjeera, and leading devotional singing (kirtans) and hymns (bhajans) in praise of Lord Shri Ram.
Participating in the Akhand Ramayan Path is considered a sacred and auspicious act, providing devotees with an opportunity to connect deeply with the divine and seek blessings for a harmonious and fulfilling life.