PM Modi attends Navkar Mahamantra program barefoot in reverence
In a symbolic gesture of humility and reverence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Navkar Mahamantra program on Wednesday without wearing footwear and chose to sit among the public instead of occupying the dais. The Prime Minister`s gesture was seen as a mark of deep respect for the Jain spiritual tradition and the sanctity of the Navkar Mantra, which holds central significance in Jainism. By walking barefoot and refraining from taking the designated seat on stage, PM Modi aimed to reflect the core Jain principles of humility and equality. The Navkar Mahamantra, also known as the Namokar Mantra, is a universal prayer revered in Jainism and recited for inner peace, spiritual upliftment, and non-violence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday participated in the Navkar Mahamantra Divas and reflected on the profound spiritual impact of the Navkar Mahamantra, describing it as a guiding force that connects the individual to society and termed it as a `centre of faith.` Calling the Navkar Mahamantra the “centre of our faith” and the “fundamental note of our life,” PM Modi …
