### Jain Pilgrimage to Shikharji Includes 1151 Passengers

 The Jain Social Group International Mewar-Marwar Region, Udaipur, is organizing a 12-day religious pilgrimage to Shikharji, starting from October 13 at Udaipur Railway Station. During a press conference, Region Chairman Anil Nahar shared that 1151 pilgrims will travel in 20 coaches. The enthusiasm within the Jain community is evident, with over 400 additional passengers on the waiting list.

Among the pilgrims, 108 individuals, including differently-abled and widowed passengers, who are financially unable to afford the trip, will be able to travel free or at a reduced fare. Both AC and non-AC coaches will be provided based on demand. Out of the 20 coaches, one will serve as a pantry, another for security, and one for power generation.

The travel arrangements will be managed by Mumbai-based Kumar & Company, and catering will be handled by renowned Surat caterers Jabbar Bhai Paliwal. Chairman-Elect Arun Mandot added that the pilgrimage will visit various sacred sites, including Hastinapur, Ayodhya, Kashi, Pavapuri, Rajgir, and finally reaching Shikharji. The journey will commence on October 13 and conclude on October 24, returning to Udaipur.

Past Chairman Mohan Bohra explained that seating on the train is being allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, emphasizing that this pilgrimage is motivated by fraternity and love.

Secretary Mahesh Porwal noted that each pilgrim will be provided with a blanket, two bags, a pillow, a guidebook, a cap, and other essentials. Additionally, a team of 11 doctors will accompany the group.  

Chief Organizer Manmohan Raj Singhvi stated that all forms of intoxicants, including cigarettes and alcohol, are strictly prohibited during the pilgrimage. Pilgrims will be given three bottles of water daily, and meals will be provided at regular intervals. Pilgrims are expected to arrange their own bedding.

Coordinator Dilip Surana mentioned that on October 13, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria’s birthday will be celebrated in a grand manner at Rana Pratap Nagar Railway Station, as part of the send-off ceremony for the pilgrims.

Committees have been formed to ensure the success of the event. These include:  
- **Accommodation Committee:** Vijay Sisodia, Sushim Singhvi, Arjun Khokhawat, Vijay Sethia  
- **Food Committee:** Prakash Kothari, Gunvant Wagrecha, Tinu Mandawat  
- **Religious Arrangements Committee:** Alok Pagariya  
- **Finance Committee:** Himmat Sisodia, Shyam Lal Sisodia  
- **Women's Committee:** Madhu Khamesra, Pinky Mandawat, Urmila Sisodia, Manju Gang  
- **Transportation Committee:** Paras Dhelawat, Pankaj Mandawat, Hasti Mal Lodha  

The Registration Committee includes representatives from several regions, such as Sunil Nahar (Bhilwara), Nishant Jain (Chittorgarh), Narendra Pokharna (Chittorgarh), Dilip Pamecha (Nimbahera), Pradeep Bordia (Pratapgarh), Bharat Dak (Rajsamand), Vijesh Sisodia (Nathdwara), Lokesh Vanawat (Rishabhdev), Siddharth Mehta (Dungarpur), Piyush Mehta (Banswara), Rajendra Mehta (Jodhpur), Rakesh Bhansali (Jalore), and Prashant Jain (Abu Road).

The pilgrimage will depart from Rana Pratap Nagar Station at 2:15 PM, visiting several sacred sites before reaching Shikharji, where religious services and prayers will be held. Additionally, grand devotional evenings will be organized in Pavapuri and Shikharji.