Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to members of the Svetambara Jain community on the sacred occasion of Samvatsari, highlighting the importance of forgiveness, compassion, humility and goodwill in strengthening relationships.

Samvatsari is considered the final and most significant day of the Paryushan festival, which is primarily observed by the Svetambara sect of Jainism. The occasion is dedicated to introspection, repentance and seeking forgiveness for mistakes made during the previous year.