WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The Jain International Trade Organization (JITO), Washington DC Chapter, in collaboration with the Embassy of India, hosted a special celebration of Vishwa Navkar Mantra Divas and Mahavir Janma Kalyanak at the Embassy of India, uniting community members, spiritual leaders, and dignitaries for an inspiring evening of prayer, culture, and reflection.
The evening began with a warm reception and community dinner, allowing attendees to connect, network, and celebrate the spirit of Vishwa Navkar Mantra and Mahavir Janma Kalyanak together before moving into the formal program. The program officially opened with a beautiful dance performance on the Navkar Mantra by Ms. Kavya Zaveri and Ms. Harshvi Shah, setting a devotional and uplifting tone for the evening.
In addition to the public gathering, a closed group meeting was organized where community leaders met with His Excellency, Ambassador of India, Mr. Vinay Mohan Kwatra, to discuss the Jain community’s contributions, ongoing activities, and future collaboration initiatives.
The JITO Washington DC leadership team — Dr. Sushil Jain, Mr. Bhupesh Mehta, Mr. Rahul Jain, Mrs. Minal Shah, Mrs. Renuka Jain, Mr. Sharad Doshi, and Dr. Gita Shah — took the opportunity to recognize and honor His Excellency, Ambassador of India, Mr. Vinay Mohan Kwatra, as well as Hon. Jag Mohan and Hon. Jigar Raval, for their support in strengthening community relations and promoting Indian culture and values.
Mr. Bhupesh Mehta, Chairman of JITO USA Washington DC, spoke about the event, saying:
“It’s truly an honor to celebrate Vishwa Navkar Mantra Divas and Mahavir Janma Kalyanak here at the Embassy of India. The Jain values of non-violence, truth, and compassion are universal and guide us toward a better and more peaceful world. Through JITO, we aim to bring these principles into global initiatives and make a meaningful impact.”
Adding to that, Dr. Sushil Jain, Chairman of JITO USA, shared his thoughts on JITO’s mission, saying:
“JITO has always been a platform that connects values with action. We are focused on nurturing leadership, encouraging ethical entrepreneurship, and supporting business development. Our goal is to promote sustainable growth while ensuring that our business practices reflect the core Jain values of non-violence, truth, and compassion.”
The celebration paid tribute to Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, honoring Lord Mahavir’s timeless teachings of non-violence, truthfulness, and compassion. His message, centered on spiritual awakening and care for all living beings, was echoed throughout the evening’s reflections.
The program concluded with the audience collectively reciting the Navkar Mantra once again, bringing a powerful sense of unity, peace, and devotion to the occasion.

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The Jain International Trade Organization (JITO) Washington DC Chapter is part of a global network that promotes entrepreneurship, education, leadership, and community service, all deeply rooted in Jain values. JITO empowers individuals to live ethically while fostering innovation and collective progress.