Jain monk Tarun Sagar passes away after prolong illness

Revered Jain monk Tarun Sagar passed away after prolonged illness on Saturday morning. He was 51 years old.

According to reports, Digambar Tarun Sagar passed way at about 3 am at Radhapuri Jain temple at Delhi’s Krishna Nagar area. Later in day, his last rites will be performed at Tarun Sagar tirth, located near Delhi-Meerut highway.

Few days back, Jain monk Tarun Sagar was diagnosed with jaundice, following which he was admitted to a private hospital. Inspite of the best efforts given by the doctors of the hospital, his health didn’t show any sign of improvement.

Past few days, He had declined taking his medicines, because of which his health deteriorated further. His associates and disciples the decided to shift him to the Radhapuri temple, where he opted for ‘Santhara’ – the Jain ritual of fast till death.

The sudden demise of Jain monk Tarun Sagar is mourned by the entire country. Condolences poured in for the Digambar Jain monk.

Several dignitaries like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Rajnath Singh and several others took to twitter to pay their homage to the revered Jain monk.

Deeply pained by the untimely demise of Muni Tarun Sagar Ji Maharaj. We will always remember him for his rich ideals, compassion and contribution to society. His noble teachings will continue inspiring people. My thoughts are with the Jain community and his countless disciples. pic.twitter.com/lodXhHNpVK

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 1 September 2018

जैन मुनि श्रद्धेय तरुण सागर जी महाराज के असामयिक महासमाधि लेने के समाचार से मैं स्तब्ध हूँ। वे प्रेरणा के स्रोत, दया के सागर एवं करुणा के आगार थे। भारतीय संत समाज के लिए उनका निर्वाण एक शून्य का निर्माण कर गया है। मैं मुनि महाराज के चरणों में अपनी श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करता हूँ।

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) 1 September 2018

Extremely sad,earn about untimely, unfortunate
Jain Muni #TarunSagar’s passing away,early hours today. He was only 51years old.His short life will always be remembered for his rich contribution to society.Its personal loss to me, having known him very closely,blessed by him

— Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) 1 September 2018

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