Post Alipore, National Highway 1, GT Karnal Rd, Bodh Pur Bija Pur, New Delhi, Delhi 110036
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Shree Atma Vallabh Jain Smarak Sikshan Nidhi

An all-India Charitable Trust under the name and style of Shree Atma Vallabh Jain Smarak Sikshan Nidhi was established in 1974. Twenty acres of prime land at 20th Km. point on National Highway No. 1, G.T. Karnal Road, Delhi was acquired to conduct its activities. The Trust went operational in 1984 with the establishment of a Research Institute. The main shrine took 11 years and was completed in 1979-89 and the consecration was performed on 10th February, 1989 in the august presence of Gachhadhipati Acharya Shree Vijay Indradinn Surishwer Ji Maharaj. A number of Cultural, Educational, centres have also been established in this multipurpose complex which is verdant lush green with well laid out parks, pathways and roads. Later, another 2 acres of adjacent land was also added to the complex.

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A masterpiece of Jain Architecture

A majestic building in keeping with Jain architecture has been raised on stone foundations of about 60,000 cft. weighing 4,000 metric tonnes, without the use of a single ounce of steel. As advised in the Shilp-Shastras, the use of steel (having shorter life) has been precluded so as to ensure a life expectancy of 1000 years. The ground floor comprises of a rangmandap (assembly-hall), 62 ft. in dia., round in shape, having elegant lounges on three sides and chambers in the four corners, 12 ft. above plinth level, in semi pink stone with marble on the passages. The roof is covered with a 2-tier dome in the centre and 5 smaller ones in the periphery, all capped with picturesque receding samarans replete with gold plated kalshas.

The extensive carvings in the ceilings are similar to the one found in Jain temples at Delwara (at Mr. Abu) and at Ranakpur in Rajasthan. The upper dome is 26 ft. in diameter and the central key-stone (Padmashila) weighs 6.5 tonnes with multi-design floral freezes engraved thereon and mogra pendant hanging in the middle. The overall height of this structure is 84 ft. symbolizing the lifespan of Acharya Shree Vijay Vallabh Surishwer Ji Maharaj.

The roof of the basement has been laid with large stone slabs intertwined and interlocked between themselves and supported on heavy duty stone pillars in the periphery only, with a Padmashila in the centre. The large roof is stabilized by providing a minimal camber of 2.5 ft. only which is an engineering marvel in itself. The Shrine is a masterpiece of architectural beauty and an object of study for the students of art and architecture and is a landmark in Delhi.

A life-like 45 inch statue of His Holiness Acharya Shree Vijay Vallabh Suri Ji Maharaj, in sitting posture, as also Charan Paduka in a spotless white marble, are installed over the Altar in the assembly-hall (Rangmandap) of the Shrine. The Pran-pratishtha (consecration) of the Shrine was performed by the then reigning Acharya Shri Vijay Indradinn Suriji Maharaj in 1989 in the presence of a large number of sadhus & sadhvies and a huge national & international gathering of devotees. Constructed in light pink Bansi Paharpur stone, with intricate carving and wonderful exteriors, this shrine is a wonderful architectural feat, with no parallel in the world.

Mata Padmavati Devi Temple

The marble image of (Goddess) Mata Padmavati Devi, supporting Bhagwan Parashvanath on her head, adorns an elegant separate temple which was built earlier in the year 1984. The Temple is also decorated with 4 samarans, 5 gold plated kalshas and a dhwaja. Exquisite gold — silver and ornamental work has been done in the entire garbh grah of this temple. Over the years this unique temple has assumed a place of devotional worship to seek the blessings of ever gracious Devi Padmavati ji, thousand throng here for this purpose.

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Dev Devi Mandir

Five Dev - Devi Mandirs/ Temples of Mata Chakreshwari Devi, Shri Mani Bhadra Dev Ji, Shri Bhomiya Dev Ji, Shri Nakora Bhairav Dev Ji and Mata Saraswati Devi Ji have been built with well laid out spacious lawns. Devotees perform Puja & Archana according to their “Astha” and belief.

Samadhi of Mahattra Sadhvi Mrigavati Shree Ji Maharaj

The exquisite marble statue of Mahattra Ji, installed at her Samadhi place in a cave like structure under the earth mound, bears ample testimony to the feelings of gratitude and utmost respect of the grateful community towards one of the most outstanding Sadhvi Ji of current times. Her dedication to the thoughts and ideals of Guru Vallabh saw the construction of this unique Smarak through testing times and her divine blessings continue to lead and guide us.

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Samadhi of Sadhvi Sujayeshtha Shree Ji Maharaj

Sadhvi Sujayeshtha Shree Ji was second in command to Mahattra Shree Mrigavatili Maharaj but unfortunately she passed away suddenly in 1985. Samadhi was erected in her honour in the Smarak complex itself, as a fitting tribute. Seva (service), Sadhana (meditation) and Samarpan (dedication) were the guiding virtues of her life.

Towards Newer Horizons

The entire 20 acres piece of land has since been converted to Institutional Area by the Delhi Development Authority (D.D.A.)

To Provide facilities to visitors, scholars and devotees, erection of a modern Hostel cum Bhojanshala, besides adding more classrooms in the schools has already been completed. An elaborate Auditorium, Lodgings for select Staff and a Community Centre are also being added subsequently. A major project in the form of 3D stone work depiction of Guru Vallabh’s illustriously glittering life on the 10 panels of Guru Mandir and a Gold-Silver backdrop behind Guru Vallabhs idol has already been taken up. The Museum also needs further expansion.

Chaturmasik Aradhna to mark historic occasions and holding of Updhan Tap are also on the agenda to enhance the purity and spiritual tinge of this unique memorial.

A master plan has been prepared for this purpose and implementation in a phased manner is envisaged. Funds are received from philanthropists & devotees, and are utilized both for raising buildings as also running various activities and maintenance of the Complex. Expansion programme under the proposed Master Plan of this Complex require ample finances. Philanthropists/donors are once again requested for their liberal contribution. Benefit of Tax Exemption under Section 80 (G) of Income Tax Act is available to the donors. Contributions may be sent to Shree Atam Vallabh Jain Smarak Sikshan Nidhi, which will be gratefully acknowledged.

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