{"id":3206,"date":"2026-03-01T12:01:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T12:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chennaiexpress.org\/?p=3206"},"modified":"2026-03-01T12:01:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T12:01:07","slug":"rss-chief-mohan-bhagwat-to-inaugurate-jaisalmers-chadar-mahotsav-10-8-million-devotees-worldwide-to-recite-collective-dadaguru-ektisa-path-on-march-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chennaiexpress.org\/?p=3206","title":{"rendered":"RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to inaugurate Jaisalmer\u2019s Chadar Mahotsav; 10.8 Million Devotees Worldwide to Recite Collective DadaGuru Ektisa Path on March 7"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to inaugurate Jaisalmer\u2019s Chadar Mahotsav; 10.8 Million Devotees Worldwide to Recite Collective DadaGuru Ektisa Path on March 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chennai: A three-day Chadar Mahotsav and DadaGuru Ektisa Path will be organized from March 6 to 8, 2026, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Preparations at the Mahotsav venue in Jaisalmer are in full swing. The three-day programme will be inaugurated by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The special highlight of the programme will be the historic Mahasankalp on March 7, when (1 Crore 8 Lakh) devotees across the world will collectively recite the DadaGuru Ektisa Path simultaneously. The programme is being organized under the aegis of Dada Gurudev Shri Jindattsuri Chadar Mahotsav Samiti. Representatives from Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Hindu Adhyatmik evam Seva Sansthan, Vidya Bharati, and several social and cultural organizations will participate in the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme will be conducted in the pavan nishra of Gachchhadhipati Acharya Shri Maniprabh Suri Ji. The inspirational force behind this grand Mahotsav is Pujya Acharya Shri Jinmanojna Sagar Ji. The Chairman of Chadar Mahotsav Samiti is Maharashtra Government Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha, and the Convener is former JITO Chairman Tejraj Golecha. Nearly 400 saints representing various Indian traditions will be present at the Mahotsav. Around 20,000 devotees are expected to attend the three-day programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First-ever Vidhi-Vidhan Abhishek after 871 Years<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Chadar Mahotsav Samiti Chairman Mangal Prabhat Lodha, this campaign is not merely a religious ritual but a global movement of faith, unity, and spiritual awakening. At the designated time, devotees across cities in India and abroad will simultaneously perform the DadaGuru Ektisa Path, creating a collective spiritual resonance worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the inspiration of Pujya Acharya Shri Jinmanojna Sagar Ji, this initiative is taking the form of a global spiritual movement. During the Dada Gurudev Shri Jindattsuri Chadar Mahotsav, the Chadar will undergo a vidhi-vidhan Abhishek for the first time in 871 years. Prior to this, the Chadar will be brought from Jaisalmer Fort to the Mahotsav venue in a grand Varghoda procession. On March 8, Upadhyay Mahendrasagar Maharaj will be conferred with the Acharya Pad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Devotees from Across the World to Join the Collective DadaGuru Ektisa Path<\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Chairman of the DadaGuru Ektisa programme, Prakash Chandra Lodha, stated that the central highlight of the three-day Chadar Mahotsav, being held from March 6 to 8, 2026, in the pavan nishra of Gachchhadhipati Acharya Shri Jinmaniprabha Suri Ji, will be the historic Mahasankalp on March 7, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the designated time, 10.8 million devotees worldwide will recite the DadaGuru Ektisa Path together, generating a powerful wave of spiritual energy at the global level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Programmes Over Three Days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On March 6, the first day of Chadar Mahotsav in Jaisalmer, the Mahotsav will commence with the Mangal Pravesh of Gachchhadhipati Shri, Acharyas, Upadhyays, and Bhagwants. During the subsequent Dharma Sabha, RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Rao Bhagwat will be present. On this occasion, the Chadar Ceremony coin and a Special Postal Stamp will be released. In the evening, for the first time, a live theatrical presentation based on the life of Dada Gurudev will be staged.
On March 7, a Chadar Varghoda will proceed from Jaisalmer Fort. Following this, 10.8 million devotees worldwide will perform the DadaGuru Ektisa Path. In the afternoon, the Chadar Abhishek and Puja will take place. During the cultural evening, renowned musicians will present devotional performances at the Bhakti Mahotsav.
On March 8, Upadhyay Mahendrasagar Maharaj will be conferred with the Acharya Pad, along with the Ganini Pad ceremony. On the same day, Chadar Ok, Jal, and Vasakshep will be distributed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Massive Dome Tents Under Preparation for a Month<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mahendra Singh Bhansali, President of Jaisalmer Jain Trust, stated that preparations for this historic programme of the Jain community are underway at Dedansar Ground, where massive dome tents have been under construction for the past month. Additionally, a museum is being developed at the venue. Around 20,000 devotees of DadaGuru Jindattsuri from across India and abroad are expected to arrive in Jaisalmer for this occasion. Notably, Jaisalmer district holds immense religious significance for the Jain community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sacred Chadar: A Centre of Unwavering Faith<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Organizing Committee Secretary Padam Tatia, the first DadaGuru, Acharya Shri Jindattsuri, is regarded as a great spiritual Acharya of the 11th century. As per tradition, his Agni-Sanskar was performed on land granted by King Arnoraj in Ajmer. It is believed that during the Agni-Sanskar, the Chadar did not burn \u2014 an extraordinary and divine occurrence that remains a symbol of unwavering faith for devotees even today.
Historical references suggest that approximately one and a half centuries ago, the Maharawal of Jaisalmer had this Chadar brought from Anhilpur Patan to mitigate a devastating epidemic. Presently, the Chadar is preserved at Shri Jinbhadra Suri Gyan Bhandar located within Jaisalmer Fort. The Chadar Mahotsav is organized based on this sacred tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two-Day National Vidwat Sangoshthi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On March 7 and 8, 2026, a National Vidwat Sangoshthi will be organized on the theme:
\u201cBharat ki Sanskritik Ekta, Samajik Sadbhav evam Samrasta mein DadaGuru Parampara ka Yogdan.\u201d
Jodhpur University, Rajasthan University, Prakrit Bharati Sansthan, and the Centre for Society and Culture Studies, among other prestigious academic institutions, will participate as Knowledge Partners. Eminent Acharyas, Jain Sadhus and Sadhvis, and subject experts will be present during the Sangoshthi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to inaugurate Jaisalmer\u2019s Chadar Mahotsav; 10.8 Million Devotees Worldwide to Recite Collective DadaGuru Ektisa Path on March 7 Chennai: A three-day Chadar Mahotsav and DadaGuru Ektisa Path will be organized from March 6 to 8, 2026, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Preparations at the Mahotsav venue in Jaisalmer are in full swing. 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