PM Modi addresses 108 nations on ‘Navkar Divas’

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to take part in ‘Navkar Mahamantra Divas’, held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Wednesday, April 9, ahead of Mahavir Jayanti. The event focuses on fostering spiritual unity and ethical consciousness through the collective chanting of one of Jainism’s most sacred mantras. Sharing on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, “At 8 AM on April 9, a day before the auspicious Mahavir Jayanti, I will attend a unique event with a global essence — Navkar Mahamantra Divas at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. Participants from over 108 countries will join in a global chant for peace, unity, and spiritual awakening.”

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PM Modi on Spiritual Power of Navkar Mahamantra

Highlighting the essence of the Navkar Mahamantra, PM Modi said the sacred chant embodies the core values of Jainism, including spirituality, humility, non-violence, and brotherhood. “It is a means to calm and inner peace. The Navkar Mahamantra rises above all divisions and has a strong uniting ability,” he said. “I look forward to the programme day after and I urge you all to take part, chant, and celebrate the bonds that unite us!”

Addressing the event, PM Modi said, “The Navkar Mahamantra is not just a mantra. It is the centre of our faith… and its importance is not just spiritual. It shows the path to everyone, from self to society…”

“I can still feel the spiritual power of the Navkar Mahamantra within me. A few years ago, I witnessed a similar collective chanting event in Bengaluru, and today I experienced that same feeling once again… I was born in Gujarat, a land where the influence of Jainism is visible in every street. Even during my childhood, I had the opportunity to be in the presence of Jain Acharyas. The Navkar Mahamantra is not just a mantra, it is the center of our faith.”

“When we chant the Navkar Mahamantra, we bow to the 108 divine virtues. We remember humanity itself. This mantra reminds us that meditation and action guide our lives, the guru is the light, and the right path is the one that emerges from our soul. The Navkar Mahamantra teaches us to believe in ourselves, begin our own journey, and the mantra also tells us that the enemy is not anywhere else—it lies within ourselves.”

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What is Navkar Mahamantra Divas?

Navkar Mahamantra Divas is observed as a spiritual gathering to celebrate harmony, compassion, and self-awareness. The mantra pays homage to enlightened beings and encourages reflection on values such as self-purification, non-violence, and collective well-being. Rooted in the teachings of Jain philosophy, it aims to foster unity across diverse communities.

The event precedes Mahavir Jayanti, which falls on April 10 this year. The festival marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, who was born in 615 BC into a royal family and named Vardhamana. At the age of 30, he renounced worldly life in pursuit of truth and spiritual liberation, undertaking years of penance and meditation before attaining ‘Kevala Jnana’ or absolute knowledge.

Lord Mahavir’s teachings laid the foundation of Jainism and continue to resonate with followers globally. Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm by the Jain community worldwide. His core message of ahimsa parmo dharma — non-violence is the highest form of religion — remains deeply relevant in today’s world, promoting peace, tolerance, and compassion.