Acharya Shri 108 Nirmal Sagar Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Nirmal Sagar 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.

Born in the secular world on Apr 29, 1946 at Pahadipur, Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Shri Ramesh Chandra'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Seth Bhihari Lalji and mother Shrimati Gomavati, 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 Jul 21, 1967 at Agra Uttar Pradesh India, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Vimal Sagar Ji Maharaj (Bhind), they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha. In recognition of their profound scriptural knowledge, ascetic discipline, and sangha leadership, on Apr 13, 1973 at Sangod Rajasthan India, they were conferred the supreme leadership title of 'Acharya'.

Adhering strictly to the Digambara monastic code of pedestrian travel (pad-vihar without shoes or motorized transport), Pujya Shri has successfully observed 4 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 2009 to 2017. Their untiring vihar on foot has inspired thousands of devotees to adopt non-violence, truth, and spiritual self-discipline.

As a spiritual preceptor, they have initiated over 3 monastic disciples (Munis, Aryikas, and tyagis), fostering the growth of the Digambara ascetic order. Their discourses and daily guidance serve as a profound beacon of wisdom for seekers on the spiritual path.

Currently, Pujya Nirmal Sagar is residing at Girnar Jain Tirth, Junagadh, Gujarat, India for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.