Mahavir Jayanti

Mahavir Jayanti falls on 31/03/2026 this year, marking the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira, the 24th and final Tirthankara of Jainism, whose teachings on non-violence (ahimsa) and truth shaped the faith's core principles.

Across India it's observed through temple processions carrying his idol through the streets, charitable giving and almsgiving, and public readings from Jain scripture emphasising compassion toward all living beings. observed with particular devotion in Jain communities across Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra, often marked by the release of caged birds and animals.

Because many Indian festivals follow the lunar or regional calendars rather than a fixed Gregorian date, the exact day can shift by a day either way — this page reflects the widely reported date for 2026, worth a quick local check closer to the time, especially for moon-sighting-dependent observances like the Eids.

Knowing exactly how many days remain helps with the practical side too: booking leave, planning travel before fares climb, or simply setting expectations with family on when to expect a visit home. That's the gap this countdown fills — one clear, large number, ticking down in real time, so there's no need to keep recalculating by hand or hunting for the date across half a dozen tabs.