Jain Seer Vidhyasagar Passes Away At 77, PM Modi Says 'Will Be Remembered For His Contributions'

PM Modi expressed condolences on the demise of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj.

PM Modi expressed condolences on the demise of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed condolences on the demise of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj. He took to X and said that Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj will be remembered by the coming generations for his invaluable contributions to society. Jain Acharya Vidhyasagar Maharaj passed away at the age of 77 at Chandragiri Teerth in Chhattisgarh's Dongargarh on Sunday. He was a top religious figure of Jains.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "My thoughts and prayers are with the countless devotees of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj Ji. He will be remembered by the coming generations for his invaluable contributions to society, especially his efforts towards spiritual awakening among people, his work towards poverty alleviation, healthcare, education and more.  I had the honour of receiving his blessings for years. I can never forget my visit to the Chandragiri Jain Mandir in Dongargarh, Chhattisgarh late last year. That time, I had spent time with Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj Ji and also received his blessings."

My thoughts and prayers are with the countless devotees of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj Ji. He will be remembered by the coming generations for his invaluable contributions to society, especially his efforts towards spiritual awakening among people, his work towards… pic.twitter.com/jiMMYhxE9r

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 18, 2024

On Sunday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also condoled the death of Acharya Shri 108 Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj, , and said it is an irreparable loss for the country and society. Shah stated Vidhyasagar Maharaj remained selflessly committed to his resolve for the welfare of every individual and the universe.

"The demise of a great man like the great saint, most revered Acharya Shri 108 Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj, is an irreparable loss for the country and society," the minister wrote on 'X' in Hindi.

महान संत परमपूज्य आचार्य श्री 108 विद्यासागर जी महाराज जैसे महापुरुष का ब्रह्मलीन होना, देश और समाज के लिए अपूरणीय क्षति है। उन्होंने अपनी अंतिम साँस तक सिर्फ मानवता के कल्याण को प्राथमिकता दी। मैं अपने आप को सौभाग्यशाली मानता हूँ कि ऐसे युगमनीषी का मुझे सान्निध्य, स्नेह और… pic.twitter.com/H2il2Y2meb

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 18, 2024

The home minister said Vidyasagar Maharaj always gave priority to the welfare of humanity till his last breath. "I consider myself fortunate that I got the company, affection and blessings of such a wise man. "The demise of Acharya Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj, a true devotee of humanity, is a personal loss for me. He remained selflessly committed to his resolve for the welfare of the universe and the welfare of every individual," he said.