PM Modi to Participate in Navkar Mahamantra Divas on April 9, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in Navkar Mahamantra Divas on April 9, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Held on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti, this global spiritual event promotes peace, unity, and spiritual awakening. Organized by the Jain International Trade Organization (JITO), the occasion will witness participation from over 108 countries and over 1.08 crore devotees, engaging in the chanting of the Navkar Mahamantra for universal harmony and introspection.

Key Highlights in Bullet Points

• Event: Navkar Mahamantra Divas
• Date: April 9, 2025
• Time: 8:00 AM
• Venue: Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
• Chief Guest: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
• Global Participation: From 108 countries
• Expected Devotees: Over 1.08 crore people
• Mantra Recited: Navkar Mahamantra – a sacred Jain chant
• Spiritual Aim: Promotes non-violence, peace, unity, and ethical reflection
• Organiser: Jain International Trade Organization (JITO)
• Venues: 6,000+ across India, global observance in 108 nations
• Background: Organized on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti
• Purpose: Encourages virtues of purity, tolerance, and collective welfare

About Navkar Mahamantra

• Navkar Mahamantra is the most revered chant in Jainism.
• It pays homage to enlightened beings – Arihants, Siddhas, Acharyas, Upadhyayas, and all sadhus.
• It emphasizes spiritual enlightenment, ethical values, and inner transformation.
• The mantra reflects Jain tenets of non-violence (Ahimsa), humility, and truth-seeking.

About Mahavir Jayanti and Lord Mahavir

• Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism.
• Born in 615 BC as Vardhamana in a royal family.
• Renounced worldly life at age 30 in search of truth.
• Attained Kevala Jnana (perfect knowledge) after 12 years of penance.
• Preached Ahimsa Parmo Dharma (Non-violence is the supreme religion).
• His teachings are celebrated for their relevance in today’s conflict-prone world.