What is Jainism?

Where is Shravanabelagola situated?

Shravanabelagola is situated in the Hassan district of Karnataka state, India.

Who installed the Bahubali statue?

The Bahubali statue was installed by the commander in chief of the Ganga dynasty, Sri Chavundaraya.

Who carved the Bahubali statue?

The exact name of the person who carved the Bahubali statue is not known, but according to some sources the bahubali statue is said to have been carved by arishtanemi.

When was the Bahubali statue Installed?

The Bahubali statue was installed in the year 981 A.D.

What is the height of Bahubali statue?

There are two versions about the height of the Bahubali statue. According to one version the statue is said to be 57 feet high and according to the other the height is said to be 58.8 feet.

What is Mahamasthakabhisheka?

The head anointing ceremony of lord Bahubali is called Mahamasthakabhisheka (Maha=Great, Mastaka=Head, Abhisheka=anointing).

How many days once is the Mahamasthakabhisheka performed?

The Mahamasthakabhisheka is performed once in 12 years

Why is Mahamasthakabhisheka performed only once in 12 years?

It is performed as per the wish and directions of Chavundaraya.

Under whose leadership is the Mahamasthakabhisheka performed?

The Mahaasthakabhisheka is performed under the Leadership of His Holiness Swasti Sri Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swamiji, the pontiff of the Shravanabelagola Jain Mutt.

Is the Governmental machinery involved in the Mahamasthakabhisheka?

Yes both the Union Government of India and State Government of Karnataka are actively involved in the Mahamasthakabhisheka.

What is the amount spent by the Government?

The Union and the State Governments have released Rs. 750 Million and Rs. 250 Million respectively.

For what are the funds released?

The funds are released for undertaking the developmental works in and around Shravanabelagola.

How can one perform the Mahamasthakabhisheka?

One can perform the Mahamasthakabhisheka through the Kalashas. 

Can Non-Jains / Non-Digambars perform the abhisheka?

No, only Digambars can perform the abhisheka.

Whom do I need to contact for Kalashas?

For Kalashas please contact:

Sri Trilokchand Kothari,

President, Kalasha Distribution Sub Committee,

New Delhi, Mobile: 09312817111

Sri Dhanyakumar R.Shah,

President, Kalasha Distribution Sub Committee,

Indi, Karnataka, Mobile: 09448375970

For more details of the Kalashas please click here

Is accommodation provided for Kalashas holders ?

Yes, accommodation is provided for Kalashas holders on payment of the prescribed amount for accommodation.

Is accommodation provided for non Kalashas holders and what basis?

Yes, accommodation is provided for non Kalashas holders on a first come first serve basis.

Who do I need to contact for accommodation?

For accommodation enquires please contact:

Sri Anil Sethi, Bangalore

President, Accommodation Sub Committee,

Mobile: 09845061141

Suresh Kumar Jain

Convener

Accommodation Sub Committee,

Mobile: 09880511991

Email: jain@mahamasthakabhisheka.com

Sri Vimal Ajmera, Indore

Co-Convener

Accommodation Sub Committee,

Mobile: 09303236326