Values of a Happy Life in Indian Culture

Pune: "In addition to progress and development in the world, there are also problems. For a happy life, the way of life has to be value-based. The values of life required for this are in Indian culture," Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said.

He inaugurated the 'Abhay Prabhavan' museum dedicated to Jain philosophy and Indian heritage at Parwadi on the scenic banks of Indrayani river in Maval taluka on Tuesday.

Abhay Firodia, chairman of Amar Prerna Trust, has set up the museum to create a deeper understanding of Jain values, the Indian value system and the relevance of Jain values in contemporary society.

Padma Shri Gurudevshri Rakeshji (Dharampur), Padma Shri Acharya Chandana Ji Maharaj (Virayatan), The Dalai Lama, Sealing Tongkhor Rinpoche, Union Minister of Communications and North Eastern Region Development Jyotiraditya Scindia,

senior social activist Anna Hazare, Justice Dalveer Bhandari of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Maharaja Kumar Lakshyaraj Singh of Mewar, Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Central Government of Environment and Forest Maneka Gandhi and Padma Bhushan D.K. Sharma were present on the dais. R. Mehta was present.

A good initiative has been set up through 'Abhay Prabhavan' to inspire future generations. It's not just a museum, it's an inspirational place. It will be a center of knowledge.

The work done by Abhay Firodia will be an inspiration for many generations to come.", said, Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways

'AbhayPrabhavan' is a museum that honors the deep values of Shraman and Jain tradition. The influence of these values has been at the moral and cultural core of the country for thousands of years.

The museum reflects on the principles of education, professionalism, and ethics, not just as a concept but as a social value. It will guide individuals to a balanced and purposeful life. It is hoped that the museum will inspire people to explore and connect with the ten ideal values of Indian civilization expressed by Jainism, said, Abhay Firodia, Chairman, Amar Prerna Trust

Museum Features
- 350,000 square feet of construction on 50 acres
- More than 350 unique artworks, sculptures, and magnificent replicas
- 30 Specially designed art galleries
- 35 projectors, 675 audio speakers
- Focus on Jain values of security, productivity, prosperity at the social level and compassion, open thinking and moral life at the individual level
- Rich with systems such as up-to-date audio-visuals, animation, virtual reality, and interaction
- Purpose of explaining spiritual concepts in a simple way in Jain philosophy