Sachitra Ramayan (Hindi)

"Sachitra Ramayan" (सचित्र रामायण) generally refers to an "Illustrated Ramayana." These books retell the epic story of the Ramayana, often specifically for children, and are characterized by their beautiful color illustrations.

Several publishers and authors have produced versions of "Sachitra Ramayan" in various Indian languages, including Hindi and Marathi. Some notable ones include:

• Advaita Ashrama: They publish a "Sachitra Ramayan" in Hindi, authored by Swami Raghaveshananda. This version is based on the Valmiki Ramayana and is an adaptation of the "Pictorial Ramayana" published by Ramakrishna Math, Chennai.
• Mehta Publishing House: They publish a "Sachitra Ramayan" in Marathi, authored by Dr. Vrushali Patwardhan.
• Ayodhya Foundation: They publish a "Sachitra Ramayana" with illustrations by Neernhalli Ganapati Hegde and story by Vidwan Korgi Shankaranarayana Upadhyaya, available in languages like Kannada, English, and Hindi.
• Other publishers like Rasik Sahitya and Marathi Prakashan Group also have their versions of "Sachitra Ramayan."

These illustrated versions aim to make the timeless epic accessible and engaging, especially for younger readers, often focusing on imparting moral values.