Mahavir Jayanti is an important religious festival celebrated by the Jain community
It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankara of th
e Jains
The festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India and other count
ries with a significant Jain population
Mahavir Jayanti falls on the 13th day of the waxing moon in the Hindu month of Chaitra, usually between March and April
The day is observed by Jains through prayers, offerings, and processions
Jains fast on this day and engage in acts of charity and kindness.
Mahavir Jayanti is a symbol of non-violence, compassion, and spiritual enlightenment
The teachings of Lord Mahavir continue to inspire millions of people around the worl
d
Mahavir Jayanti also marks the start of the Jain New Year
The festival highlights the importance of living a simple
and ethical life