Mahavir Jayanti 2026: Date, time, history, celebration and significance
Mahavir Jayanti 2026, celebrated on March 31, commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. This significant day honors his teachings of nonviolence, truthfulness, chastity, non-attachment, and non-stealing. Jains observe the day with religious rituals, charity, fasting, and lectures, adhering to a strict vegetarian diet.
Mahavir Jayanti 2026, celebrated on March 31, commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. This significant day honors his teachings of nonviolence, truthfulness, chastity, non-attachment, and non-stealing. Jains observe the day with religious rituals, charity, fasting, and lectures, adhering to a strict vegetarian diet.
