Acharya Shri 108 Kalpvriksha Nandi Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Kalpvriksha Nandi Ji Maharaj is a revered ascetic belonging to the Digambara monastic tradition of Jainism. Fully embodying the 28 Mula Gunas (primary ascetic virtues), Mahavratas, and Bhagwan Mahavira's timeless doctrine of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Aparigraha (non-possession), they are venerated widely across the global Jain community.

Prior to renunciation, Acharya Shri 108 Kalpvriksha Nandi Ji Maharaj was born in the secular world at Jalgaon Maharashtra India . Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Shri Sanjay Kumar'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Shri Ramdas Ji Jain and mother Shrimati Shrimati Sindhudevi, whose deep spiritual values laid the foundation for their future renunciation.

Realizing the transient nature of worldly pursuits, they renounced worldly possessions to embrace the rigorous Digambara ascetic vows. Subsequently, on 1991 at Indore Madhya Pradesh India, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Nirmal Sagar Ji Maharaj, they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha. In recognition of their profound scriptural knowledge, ascetic discipline, and sangha leadership, on 1996 at Kurla Mumbai Maharashtra India, they were conferred the supreme leadership title of 'Acharya'.

In accordance with ancient Digambara monastic disciplines, they continuously travel entirely on foot to guide the faithful and preserve the canonical tenets of Jainism.

Their discourses and daily guidance serve as a profound beacon of wisdom for seekers on the spiritual path.

Currently, Pujya Kalpvriksha Nandi is residing at N/A for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.