Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD) is inviting seekers, devotees and families to come together for Paryushan Mahaparva 2026, the sacred Jain festival of introspection, forgiveness and spiritual purification, from Tuesday, September 8 to Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the Dome, SVP Stadium, Worli, Mumbai. The eight-day celebration will be held in the pious presence of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, offering an opportunity to pause, purify and progress through devotion, reflection and wisdom. The official SRMD schedule confirms the event at the Dome Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Indoor Stadium, Worli @ The National Sports Club of India (NSCI).

Known as the festival of forgiveness, Paryushan holds deep significance in Jain spiritual tradition. It is a time to turn inward, reflect upon one’s actions, seek forgiveness and cultivate greater awareness and compassion. Through a thoughtfully curated programme of prayers, pravachans, cultural presentations and spiritual practices, the SRMD Paryushan Mahaparva will create a contemplative environment for participants to reconnect with their inner selves.

The Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Paryushan programme will feature daily sessions from September 8 to September 14, followed by the concluding Samvatsarik Aradhana on September 15. Each morning will begin with the sacred Snatra Puja from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM, described as a joyous celebration of the auspicious birth of Tirthankar Bhagwan. This will be followed by Pujya Gurudevshri’s pravachan from 8:45 AM to 10:00 AM.

The morning pravachans will explore the chapter on liberation from Natak Samaysaar, composed by Atmarasi Banarasidasji, offering participants an opportunity to engage with profound spiritual thought and contemplate the path towards inner freedom. The official announcement also highlights Natak Samaysaar – Moksh Dwar as part of the Mumbai programme.

The evenings will continue the spiritual and cultural journey from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. From 8:00 PM to 8:45 PM, special events will bring together elements of culture, devotion and celebration, before Pujya Gurudevshri’s pravachan from 8:45 PM to 10:00 PM. The evening discourse will focus on Remedy of All Misery, based on Shrimad Rajchandra Vachanamrut, Patrank 816, creating space for deeper reflection on the causes of inner suffering and the possibility of spiritual transformation.

A key highlight of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji Paryushan 2026 will be the concluding day, Tuesday, September 15, dedicated to Samvatsarik Aradhana. The day will begin at 10:00 AM with the sacred Snatra Puja, followed by a special pravachan on forgiveness by Pujya Gurudevshri from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM. The afternoon will then turn towards sincere introspection with Samvatsarik Alochana from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, inviting participants to unburden the heart through genuine forgiveness.

The choice of Paryushan SVP Stadium Dome, NSCI as the setting brings this significant spiritual observance to a prominent venue in the heart of Mumbai. Located at the indoor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium in Worli, the venue will host the eight-day programme, making it accessible to devotees and spiritual seekers from across the city.

For those looking for a meaningful Jain Event SVP Stadium Dome, NSCI, the celebration offers more than a calendar event. It is envisioned as a collective spiritual experience where prayer, knowledge, contemplation and forgiveness come together. The programme is designed to encourage participants to move beyond external observances and discover the transformative essence of Paryushan within.

The Paryushan Mahaparva Venue in Mumbai will also become a space for special events alongside the daily spiritual sessions, bringing together devotion, culture and community. The wider Mumbai schedule of SRMD includes additional programmes around this period, reflecting the Mission’s continuing spiritual engagement across the city.

At its heart, Paryushan is an invitation to slow down and look within. In a city defined by its constant movement, the celebration offers a rare opportunity to step away from everyday distractions and devote time to self-reflection, forgiveness and spiritual growth. With Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji’s guidance at its centre, the eight-day observance seeks to make these timeless values relevant to contemporary life.

As Mumbai prepares to welcome this year’s celebration, Paryushan Mahaparva 2026 promises to be a deeply enriching spiritual event Mumbai can experience together, one that encourages every participant to pause, seek forgiveness, cultivate awareness and move forward with greater clarity and compassion.

About Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD)

Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD) is a global spiritual movement dedicated to inner transformation through wisdom, meditation and selfless service. Founded by Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, an enlightened Master, spiritual visionary and ardent devotee of Shrimad Rajchandraji, the Mission seeks to inspire individuals to realise their true Self and serve others selflessly.

Drawing inspiration from the teachings of Shrimad Rajchandraji and the path of Bhagwan Mahavir, SRMD facilitates a range of spiritual activities including satsangs, meditation retreats, wisdom discourses and pilgrimages. Its vision extends beyond individual spiritual growth through initiatives such as Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care, which serves communities, animals and the environment. Today, the Mission has a global presence through centres across six continents, bringing together seekers committed to spiritual progress and compassionate service.

Atul Tiwari

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