Nearly 1,500 city Jain businessmen and professionals will renounce their daily comforts for a day, on 18th August, and lead a life of Jain monks, declared Sri Vardhman Stanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh, addressing a press conference on Thursday.
The day-long event will be held on 18th August at Sri Shivkushal Garden, Bungalow No. 25, Burton Road, Sadar Bazar, Bollaram, said G M Surana, president of the Sri Vardhaman Stanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh.
The months beginning from July to October are considered holy by Jains. During this period, Jains fast and indulge in religious activities,with some even even giving up night meals, simply surviving on water.
"This time, around 1,500 Jains from the city, who are into business and various professions, are to give up all their personal comforts for a day on 18th August. Sporting monks' attire - dhoti et al - they will carry a special broom to sweep away any insects that may cross their path. They will wear cloths over their mouths to prevent accidental harm to airborne germs and insects. They also will not use electricity as it involves violence," said Gautam Jain Lodha, the working president of the Sangh. (INN)