Archive · 4 Oct 2026
Vice President Says Mahavir's Teachings Guide Humanity Amid Global Unrest
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan spoke at a Jain ceremony in New Delhi.
He said Lord Mahavir’s teachings can help people today and in the future.
He connected those teachings to a world facing conflict and anger.
He said non-violence means being peaceful in our thoughts and words, as well as our actions.
He also said forgiveness means trying to make things better instead of seeking revenge.
The ceremony’s Kshamapana practice focuses on asking for and giving forgiveness.
Radhakrishnan also spoke about Jainism’s contributions to Tamil literature and culture.
He gave an award to former IRS officer K C Jain.
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan said Lord Mahavir’s teachings remain relevant for humanity for as long as the earth exists.
Speaking at the Mahaparva Kshamapana Ceremony-2026 in New Delhi on Sunday, Oct. 4, he described Jain philosophy as a guide through global unrest and personal conflict.
He said non-violence includes purity in thought, words and deeds, not only avoiding physical harm.
Radhakrishnan described forgiveness as choosing reform, dialogue and reconciliation over revenge, hatred and hostility.
He highlighted Jainism’s contributions to Tamil literature and culture and presented the Jain Samaj Ratna Award to former IRS officer K C Jain.
- Who
- Vice President C P Radhakrishnan addressed the ceremony and presented an award to K C Jain.
- What
- Radhakrishnan spoke about the continuing relevance of Lord Mahavir’s teachings, non-violence and forgiveness.
- When
- Sunday, Oct. 4; the ceremony was titled Mahaparva Kshamapana Ceremony-2026.
- Where
- New Delhi, India.
- Why
- He said Jain teachings offer guidance amid global conflict and growing intolerance, anger and revenge.
- Event
- Mahaparva Kshamapana Ceremony-2026
- Location
- New Delhi
- Speaker
- Vice President C P Radhakrishnan
- Central themes
- Jain philosophy, non-violence and forgiveness
- Kshamapana
- A Jain spiritual practice focused on asking for and granting forgiveness
- Award recipient
- Former IRS officer K C Jain received the Jain Samaj Ratna Award
- Historical contributions noted
- Radhakrishnan cited Jain contributions to Tamil literature and culture