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Panipat Neminath Jain Mandir
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Panipat Neminath Jain Mandir

Panipat, Haryana
Shri 1008 Neminath Bhagwan
100–200 years
Address
Panipat, Haryana, 127035
Main Bazar, Panipat, Haryana
Timings
6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Committee

The management of the temple is carried out efficiently by local Jain residents. The active members of the temple are as follows :

Introduction

Located in the main market of Panipat, the Shri 1008 Neminath Bhagwan Mandir was constructed in 1918 by Seth Banwari Lal Jain Ji. After the completion of the temple, he handed it over to the Jain community of Panipat. The temple is built with red stones and features golden artwork inside the Garbh Grah (sanctum sanctorum). The Moolnayak Pratima (main deity’s idol) in the Garbh Grah is of Shri 1008 Neminath Bhagwan Ji. Along with the Moolnayak Pratima, idols of Shri 1008 Kunthunath Bhagwan Ji and Shri 1008 Parshwanath Bhagwan Ji are also enshrined in the Garbh Grah. A picture of the Moolnayak Pratima has been placed in front of the main entrance of the temple. So that devotees who cannot climb stairs to reach the temple can still have darshan from below. Despite its small area of 40 square yards, the temple appears grand and majestic from the outside.

“In the limited space, provisions for bathing and clean clothes have been made for the devotees.”

The reconstruction of the temple is currently being undertaken by the Shri Digambar Jain Panchayat Mandal.

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Jain Samaj

The Jain community in Panipat consists of 100 to 150 families. Despite being relatively small in number, the Jain community actively participates in various social activities. Due to the dispersion of Jain families across different areas in Panipat, Digambar Jain temples are also built in different regions. However, despite being in different areas, all temples are managed by the Panipat Pachranga Bazar Bada Mandir Digambar Jain Committee. The committee ensures the convenience of the devotees attending the temple, especially during rituals like worship, cleansing, and consecration, by providing necessary facilities. For the convenience of Jain pilgrims visiting from outside, a Shri Digambar Jain Dharmashala has been constructed near the temple premises. The Dharmashala offers seven rooms and two large halls for accommodation.

Furthermore, parking facilities are available for the vehicles of pilgrims coming from distant areas. Within the temple premises, facilities like Tyagi Bhavan and Aahar (dining) halls have been constructed for the Jain Saints. The committee also operates a homeopathic center within the temple premises, providing appropriate medicines at nominal charges. Additionally, a Jain Kids School up to the 5th grade is located within the temple premises, providing education to children.

History

Panipat is an ancient and historical city located in the state of Haryana, India. It has been a center for many significant events in Indian history. The ancient name of Panipat was 'Paniprasth'. It is situated on National Highway-1, which connects Delhi to Chandigarh. It falls within the National Capital Region and is located 90 kilometers away from Delhi. According to Jain literature, Panipat was also known as ‘Panipath Durgh’ at that time. Three important battles were fought in 1526, 1556, and 1761.

The language spoken in Panipat is Haryanvi. Panipat is a part of the National Capital Region. There are many historical sites in Panipat such as the Panipat Fort, Ibrahim Lodhi's Tomb, Abdali's Tomb, etc. In modern times, Panipat has become an important industrial center. Several industries have been established here, contributing significantly to its economy. Panipat also holds a special place in tourism due to its many historical sites that attract tourists. Panipat is also a reservoir of Indian cultural heritage where the fairs, festivals, and religious events of Panipat are given importance. The Panipat region is significant in terms of Indian history, culture, and economy. Its historical evidence, major battles, and cultural heritage have given it a special place.

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