New Delhi, Apr 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh along with others on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings on auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.
Bowing to Bhagwan Mahavir, PM Modi said his teachings have been beautifully preserved and popularised by the Jain community.
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Taking to his official ‘X’ handle, he wrote, “We all bow to Bhagwan Mahavir, who always emphasised on non-violence, truth and compassion. His ideals give strength to countless people all around the world. His teachings have been beautifully preserved and popularised by the Jain community. Inspired by Bhagwan Mahavir, they have excelled in different walks of life and contributed to societal well-being.”
“Our Government will always work to fulfil the vision of Bhagwan Mahavir. Last year, we conferred the status of Classical Language on Prakrit, a decision which received a lot of appreciation,” he added.
Similarly, Home Minister Amit Shah also extended greetings and prayed to Lord Mahavir for the welfare of all.
“Heartfelt greetings to all fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Lord Mahavir Jayanti. The messages of truth, non-violence, compassion, and social harmony given by Lord Mahavir will continue to guide humanity for eternity. I pray to Lord Mahavir for the well-being of all,” wrote Shah on ‘X’.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also wished people on the auspicious occasion and said that Lord Mahavir's ideals continue to inspire the people to build a just, peaceful and inclusive society.
“On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I bow to Bhagwan Mahavir and recall his timeless message of Ahimsa, truth and compassion. His ideals continue to inspire us to build a just, peaceful and inclusive society. My heartfelt greetings to everyone on this sacred day,” he wrote on ‘X’.
Notably, Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated to remember the birth of Lord Mahavir, who was born in 615 BC into a royal family. As a child, he was named Vardhamana. This year, Mahavir Jayanti falls on April 10, according to the Mahavir Samvat calendar.
The festival is important because it helps spread awareness about Jainism, especially in India. One of Lord Mahavir’s main teachings was “Ahimsa Parmo Dharma”, which means non-violence is the highest religion. This message is very important and meaningful in today’s world.
