New Delhi [India], Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while greeting the countrymen on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, said that the messages of Lord Mahavir are an inspiration for the country in building a developed India. In a post on Twitter, PM Modi said, "On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, my hearty greetings to all the families of the country. Lord Mahavir's messages of peace, restraint and goodwill have been an inspiration to the country in building a developed India." Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his best wishes on the occasion of Mahavi Jayanti and said that the principles of non-violence, non-stealing truth and non-violence will guide the generations.In a post on Twitter, Amit Shah said, "Infinite best wishes to everyone on Lord Mahavi Jayanti. Lord Mahavir Ji, the eternal symbol of renunciation, penance, truth and non-violence, paved the way for the welfare of the entire mankind through his teachings of non-violence, Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir who was named 'Vardhamana' in his childhood. His principles of celibacy and non-stealing will guide the generations. Lord Mahavir was born in 615 BC. Was born in a royal family.As Vardhaman grew up, he gave up his royal position at the age of 30 and began his spiritual journey in search of truth and knowledge. H meditated and meditated for 12 years in the forest to attain 'only knowledge'. After this he propagated the religion known as Jainism. Mahavir's birth anniversary is celebrated with joy and enthusiasm by the Jain community across the world. Mahavir was the 24th Tirthankara of the Jains who spread peace and harmony through his teachings.The main teachings of Mahavira are non-violence, non-stealing, chastity and non-possessiveness. Indrabhuta was the chief disciple of Gautam Mahavira, who wrote down his guru's teachings for the benefit of the world. Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated with rituals like praying in processions of Jain temples, singing hymns in worship of Lord Mahavir, fasting to purify the body and soul, charity, cultural etc. Programs and lectures by religious scholars and leaders The festival of Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated across the world, especially in India, to highlight the importance of Jainism. The main teaching of 'Ahimsa Param Dharma' or non-violence holds great importance in the world today.