Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, along with his wife Dr. Priti Adani, visited the Shri Ajitnath Bhagwan Shwetamber Jain Derasar in Gujarat’s Taranga hills to offer prayers on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. The couple was warmly welcomed by members of the Jain community upon their arrival at the Dabhoda helipad in Mehsana district’s Kheralu taluka. Devotees gathered early to observe the sacred day, which holds significance across various traditions.
The temple, dedicated to Lord Ajitnath, the second Tirthankara in Jainism and dating back to the 12th century, is linked to the Solanki ruler King Kumarpal. It serves as a crucial pilgrimage destination for the Jain community. Gautam Adani engaged in prayers within the sanctum before exploring the temple complex. Additionally, the couple made a brief stop at the canteen, a common gathering spot for pilgrims during their visits.
During the visit, Gautam Adani met with temple trustee Sachin Ashokbhai Shah to deliberate on initiatives aimed at enhancing facilities for pilgrims, focusing on improving accessibility and amenities while upholding the temple’s architectural and spiritual essence. The Adani Group is actively involved in supporting afforestation endeavors in the Taranga hills, contributing to the environmental conservation and restoration of the area surrounding the revered site.
Akshaya Tritiya, a highly auspicious day in both Hindu and Jain calendars symbolizing prosperity, fresh beginnings, and acts of benevolence, was celebrated. In Jain tradition, this day commemorates Rishabhanatha receiving his initial alms after an extended fast, establishing the custom of offering food to ascetics. Earlier this month, on Hanuman Jayanti, Gautam Adani and his family paid their respects at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, a prominent Hindu shrine.
