New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished the followers of Jain religion on the last day of ‘Paryushan Parva’.
The PM sent out a message of unity and harmony.
“Michhami Dukkadam. May the spirit of forgiveness & compassion enhance the spirit of harmony & togetherness in our society,” Modi wrote on Twitter.
Michhami Dukkadam. May the spirit of forgiveness & compassion enhance the spirit of harmony & togetherness in our society.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 6, 2016
Paryushan Parva
Paryushan Parva is a major festival of Jains which lasts for seven days culminating in ‘Samvatsari Parvi’.
On this day, Jains greet each other by saying “Michhami Dukkadam” and observe a whole-day fast.
Michhami Dukkadam
‘Michhami Dukkadam’ is an ancient phrase from Prakrit language, which is uttered by one seeking forgiveness for any ill-will or bad deeds and offering a renewal of relationship.