Featured event • 2026
Jain Diwali on Capitol Hill
A Light Beyond the Flame: Celebrating Mahavir’s Path to Peace
Mahavir Nirwaan Diwas • A gathering of Jain organizations and community leaders to share the Jain message of ahimsa, compassion and peace on Capitol Hill.
About the event
A united Jain presence in Washington
Jain Diwali on Capitol Hill is the first major initiative under the Jain American Impact Network.
The event brings together participating Jain organizations to celebrate Mahavir Nirwaan Diwas and introduce Jain values and the Jain community to Congressional leaders and the broader Washington community.
The gathering is intended as a first step toward sustained civic engagement and future Jain-aligned initiatives in America.
Participating organizations
JAINA • JITO USA • JSMW • IDJO • JSNOVA
Program
Evening program
6:00 PM
Welcome & reception
Community and Congressional guests arrive.
Community and Congressional guests arrive.
6:20 PM
Navkar Mantra recital
Opening the evening with a shared Jain prayer.
Opening the evening with a shared Jain prayer.
6:30 PM
Diya lighting & remarks
Reflections on Mahavir Nirwaan Diwas and the Jain path to peace.
Reflections on Mahavir Nirwaan Diwas and the Jain path to peace.
7:00 PM
Cultural presentation & community reception
Celebrating Jain heritage, values and contributions in America.
Celebrating Jain heritage, values and contributions in America.
Presented by
Participating organizations
