25,000 Jains chant Navkar Mantra in Ahmedabad, create record

The Jain community in Ahmedabad organised a mega event on Navkar Mahamantra Divas at the GMDC ground on Wednesday, where 25,000 people of the community chanted the mantra, creating a historic record.

The core message of the Navkar Mahamantra is love and respect for all living beings. These values align with the fundamental principles of many religions. 

Additionally, the mantra conveys a powerful message of non-violence (ahimsa). Through its chanting, the aim is not only self-purification and spiritual growth, but also the welfare of the entire world.

The event at GMDC ground was attended by political leaders and prominent Jain sects such as Shwetambar Sangh, Digambar Sangh, Terapanthi Sangh, and Sthanakvasi Sangh, along with many Jain monks. 

The programme began at 8 am, and to accommodate attendees, around 450 buses were arranged. More than 450 ceremonial pots (kalash) were placed at the venue.

Prior to the main event, a Kalash Yatra was held in the city, with large numbers of Jain groups carrying kalash and participating in the collective chanting of the Navkar Mantra.

Navkar Mantra

The Navkar Mantra is one of the most important and sacred chants in Jainism. Regular chanting brings mental peace, stability, and relief from anxiety, stress, and sadness.

It is believed to destroy sins, increase good karma, and lead to spiritual liberation (moksha). Moreover, it provides self-awareness, fulfils wishes, and inspires righteous living.