Acharya Vijay Nityanand Surishwar Ji Maharaj | |
|---|---|
| Title | Acharya |
| Personal life | |
| Known for | Jain religious leadership, social work |
| Religious life | |
| Religion | Jainism |
| Denomination | Śvetāmbara |
| Sect | Murtipujak |
| Religious career | |
Acharya Vijay Nityanand Surishwar Ji Maharaj is an Indian Jain monk and religious leader associated with the Shwetambar Murtipujak tradition of Jainism. In 2025, he was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award in India, in recognition of his contributions to social work. [1] [2] [3]
Acharya Vijay Nityanand Surishwar has been engaged in religious discourse and spiritual teaching within the Jain community. He holds the ecclesiastical title of "Gachchadhipati," which denotes his leadership within a monastic lineage. [4]
In addition to his religious leadership, he has been involved in healthcare and humanitarian work. Notably, he played a key role in establishing and inaugurating a 108-bed child hospital in Jamui, Bihar, in 2023, aimed at providing medical services to underprivileged communities. [5] [6]
He frequently travels across Indian states, including Rajasthan and Bihar, conducting religious events, spiritual discourses, and social service activities. [7]
Acharya Vijay Nityanand Surishwar Ji Maharaj was honored with the Padma Shri in 2025 by the Government of India for his service in the field of social work. [1] [2] [8] [9] [10]