Mahavir Jayanti
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The birth anniversary of Bhagwan Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, in the bright half of Chaitra. Jain temples hold processions, prayers and charity.
FestivalAll India
| Where | All of India; especially Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Bihar |
|---|---|
| When | Chaitra Shukla Trayodashi (March–April) |
| Next date | 19 April 2027 |
What people do
- Rath yatra with the idol of Mahavira.
- Abhishek, sermons on ahimsa, and charity.
Significance
Non-violence, truth and non-attachment.