25th Anniversary Grand Vision
JCNC Bhavan/Temple is approaching its 25th anniversary and celebrating “Rajat Jayanti” in 2025. On an auspicious and grand occasion, JCNC is planning to organize “JCNC Sangh Unity Yatra” in December 2025 from San Francisco (USA) to New Delhi (Bharat).
Mission/Objectives
Mission/Objectives
“To bring together and spread Jain ethics and values from all five traditions globally and to show each soul the rich cultural legacy that exists through the JCNC Sangh Unity Yatra”.
This yatra is planned for all 5 Traditions :
- Terapanthi
- Shrimad Rajchandra (Agas Ashram)
- Shwetambar Sthanakwasi
- Digambar
- Shwetambar Deravasi
Give the upcoming generation of Sangh a unique experience so they may discover more about our rich history of Jain temples and historical sites. It is a chance for our JCNC members to participate in a Yatra as part of our 25th temple anniversary celebration.
FAQ
General Information
To unite and promote/prosper Jain ethics and values across the traditions at a global level and demonstrate rich cultural heritage to every Soul through JCNC Sangh Unity Yatra.
This yatra is planned for all Traditions:
- Terapanthi
- Shrimad Rajchandra (Agas Ashram)
- Sthanakvasi
- Digambar
- Shwetambar Deravasi
The trip will last for 14 days with 12 days of traveling to different religious places in India. Please check the detailed itinerary.
| # | Day | Place | Pooja | Transportation | Night Stay |
| 1 | 20th-21st Dec | San Francisco To New Delhi | N/A | Air | N/A |
| 2 | 22nd Dec | New Delhi to Jodhpur (Flight) & Jodhpur to Siriyari (Bus) | N/A | Flight & Bus | Yes (In Siriyari) |
| 3 | 23rd Dec | Siriyari to Ranakpur to Abhinav dham | YES | Bus | Yes (In Abhinav Dham) |
| 4 | 24th Dec | Ranakpur to Bamanwada to Mt Abu | YES | Bus | Yes (In Mt Abu) |
| 5 | 25th Dec | Mt Abu to Tarangaji | YES | Bus | Yes (In Tarangaji) |
| 6 | 26th Dec | Tarangaji to Vadnagar Taleti to Shankheshwar | YES | Bus | Yes (In Shankeshwar) |
| 7 | 27th Dec | Shankeshwar to Agas | YES | Bus | Yes (In Agas) |
| 8 | 28th Dec | Agas to Palitana | N/A | Bus | Yes (In Palitana) |
| 9 | 29th Dec | Palitana Pahad Yatra | YES | Bus | Yes (In Palitana) |
| 10 | 30th Dec | Palitana Surroundings | N/A | N/A | Yes (In Palitana) |
| 11 | 31st Dec | Palitana to Girnar | N/A | Bus | Yes (In Girnar) |
| 12 | 1st Jan | Girnar Pahad Yatra | N/A | Bus | Yes (In Girnar) |
| 13 | 2nd Jan | Girnar to Rajkot to Mumbai | N/A | Bus/Air/Train (TBD) | Yes (In Mumbai) |
| 14 | 3rd Jan | Mumbai to San Francisco | N/A | Air | N/A |
Anyone interested in joining the Yatra is warmly welcome, including but not limited to JCNC Life Members, JCNC Yearly Members, Individual membership, JCNC member’s parents can join from Bharat and members of other neighborhood Sanghs*. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Travel Arrangements
Departure is from San Francisco on Saturday, 20th Dec 2025, and return is on 4th Jan 2026.
Tentative with Air India.
Yes, you will need a visa to enter India if you are not an Indian citizen or an OCI card holder. Please follow the directions on CGI SF Visa Information.
Health and Safety
Please consult your primary care physician.
Please contact the Unity Sangh 911 team or yatra coordinator or local guide immediately. We will have arrangements for medical emergencies and access to local healthcare facilities.
Travel insurance is not included. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers health, trip cancellations, and baggage loss.
Yes, it is recommended for every traveler to purchase their own insurance depending on their health and other requirements. It is mandatory for travel.
Accommodation and Meals
Renowned Dharamshalas with most of the facilities would be available. Specific details about each accommodation will be included in your travel documents.
No, the entire sangh will stay together and share the same facilities as much as possible.
Arrangements are subject to the dharamshalas we will be staying at, and those can differ between locations. Sangh/JCNC is not liable for any untoward incidents.
Depending on the conditions and arrangements – ekashna, biyashna, and ayambil provisions will be made available. More details to be provided in upcoming communications.
If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please inform us in advance (in the registration form), and we will try to accommodate them to the best of our abilities.
Yes, navkarsi, lunch, and chovihar will be provided every day. Afternoon/evening snack/tea (wherever possible). Strictly Jain food will be served. Tithi will be followed. Navkarsi and Choviyaar will be observed.
Mode of Transport in India
We will primarily use 2*2 AC Volvo buses. Details of the transportation arrangements will be provided later on (Yatra booklet*).
All transportation costs within India are included in the trip package. Any additional personal travel expenses will be at your own cost.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
TBD
Joining Flexibility
Yes, individuals may join the trip from India.
Contact the trip coordinator to discuss joining details. You will need to arrange your own transportation to join the yatra group in India and it would be your responsibility to reach the starting point at the said date and time.
While we don’t recommend it, an individual sure can do that. However the trip cost in full will have to be paid.
Religious Activities
The daily itinerary* will include a range of religious activities such as temple visits, Maharajsaheb pravachan / vyakhyan, and participation in rituals.
A gist of Religious activities* (depending on availability & possibility)
1) Visit to Prachin Gyan Bhandar
2) Vihaar with Sadhu and Sadhvi
3) Gochari and Vaiyavach
4) Samuhik loch Kriya
5) Visit to Anath or Vridh Ashram
6) Prabhu Bhakti with popular singers like paras Gada, Jainam Varia
7) Inviting a Diksharti to stay with us and arranging sessions with them
8) Arranging Mini Shivir (Vachana) by Sadhu/ Sadhvi
9) Maha Aarti @ Shatrunjay Nadi
10) Navkar jaap in the night in a temple lit with diya’s and special rangoli
11) Visiting Gaushala @ Pavapuri. Reciting Navkar to the Tiryanch
12) A talk with Jain Media Icon Mehul Bhai Jain
13) Tirth Abhishek @ Girnar which is Nirvan Bhumi of upcoming 24 Tirthankars
14) Gathering all 5 tradition Guru’s on a stage for lecture
15) Gurukul Vaas
Cultural and Religious Etiquette
Please do follow Jinalaya etiquette.
Communication
You will receive Unity Sangh 911 team contact information and you can also reach out to the trip coordinator or local guides. It’s advisable to also have a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.
Miscellaneous
Regular updates will be communicated via email and through the trip’s designated communication channels. Please ensure you check these frequently.
For any additional questions, please contact us at unity.yatra@jcnc.org