Meet Gujarat Billionaire Couple Who Donated Rs 200 Crore Life-Time Savings To Become Monk

New Delhi:  Gujarat-based businessman Bhavesh Bhandari and his wife chose to embark on a new spiritual journey by donating their lifetime earnings. The husband and wife donated over Rs 200 crore to adopt monkhood. They together led a procession in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, yesterday after they donated all their belongings.

In a video shared online, the couple wearing royal attire atop a chariot can be seen donating money. In February, the couple orchestrated a remarkable procession by donating their belongings.

VIDEO | Gujarat-based businessman Bhavesh Bhandari and his wife donated their lifetime earnings of over Rs 200 crore to adopt monkhood. The couple led a procession in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, yesterday as they donated all their belongings.

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Who Is The Billionaire Couple?

The couple belongs from Himmatnagar of Gujarat and both were in the construction business for their livelihood. The couple was inspired by their 16-year-old son and 19-year-old daughter and decided to follow in the footsteps of their children who chose to follow a monkhood two years back in 2022. The family own the construction business in Sabarkantha and Ahmedabad district of Gujarat. The Billionaire Couple were accustomed to luxury life from a young age.

What Diksha In Jainism?

In the context of Jainism, the decision to undergo 'diksha' represents a deeply profound commitment. It marks a pivotal life transition wherein individuals renounce worldly comforts and technological conveniences.