India, April 9 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
New Delhi, 09 April 2025: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla has extended greetings to the people on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti. In his message, Shri Birla said:
"Jai Jinendra,
On the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir Swami, the 24th Tirthankar of Jainism, who is the embodiment of non-violence, compassion, forgiveness, and mercy, I extend my heartfelt wishes and congratulations to everyone, especially to my Jain brothers and sisters.
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