Nashik, February 8 Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that the message of non-violence and compassion given by Jain Tirthankars guides the entire humanity.
Addressing an event in Chandwad tehsil in Nashik district, the chief minister said that the Jain community's message of compassion for animals and environmental conservation is crucial, especially when the world is struggling with environmental problems.
Fadnavis visited the Namokar Tirth in Malsane village to attend the Mahamastakabhishek Mahotsav and the International Panchakalyanak Pratishtha from February 6 to 25.
"The Panchkalyanak festival on this land is blessed by the presence of Lord Shri Ram. It is a symbol of celebrating the nation's ancient spiritual tradition, peace, compassion, and penance.
"The message of non-violence, peace, and compassion given by the Tirthankars is a guide not only for the Jain community but also for the entire humanity. The Namokar Bhoomi, which conveys the message of human values and humanity, will be an inspiration to society," Fadnavis said.
In Jainism, a Tirthankar is a savior and supreme preacher of the Dharma (righteous path).
Fadnavis hailed the Jain community's contribution to social causes.
"The state government has provided help for the development of this pilgrimage centre, and basic infrastructural works have been done," the chief minister added.
He inspected the Namokar pilgrimage site and interacted with Acharya Muni and the office-bearers of the organizing committee.