Acharya Shri 108 Kumudnandi Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Kumudnandi 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 Kumudnandi Ji Maharaj was born in the secular world on Aug 24, 1963 at Shahgarh, Madhya Pradesh, India . Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Suresh Chand Singhai'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Shri Phool Chand Ji Singhai and mother Shrimati Smt. Indrabai, 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 Oct 4, 1984 at Belgaum, Karnataka, India, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Kunthu Sagar Ji Maharaj, they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha. In recognition of their profound scriptural knowledge, ascetic discipline, and sangha leadership, on Sep 30, 1994 at Aminagar Sarai, Uttar Pradesh, 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 34 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 1982 to 2025. Their untiring vihar on foot has inspired thousands of devotees to adopt non-violence, truth, and spiritual self-discipline.

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

Currently, Pujya Kumudnandi is residing at Kunthugiri Shree Kshetra Jain Temple, Alate, Maharashtra, India for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.