Acharya Shri 108 Vardhaman Sagarji Maharaj-1951 (Dakshin)

Acharya Shri 108 Vardhaman Sagarji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Vardhaman Sagarji Maharaj was formerly known as Shri Paygonda Adgonda Patil. He was born on 3 January 1951 in Nimshirgaon, Kolhapur District, Maharashtra. His father was Shri Adgonda Patil and his mother was Shrimati Murudevi Adgonda Patil. He completed his education with degrees in B.A. and B.Ed. From an early age, he was known for his scholarly nature, religious inclination, and spiritual outlook. Even while leading a household life, he nurtured a deep sense of detachment and a strong aspiration for self-realization. Inspired by these spiritual ideals, he accepted Muni Diksha on 2 February 2004 at Ichalkaranji, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, from Acharya Shri 108 Sanmati Sagarji Maharaj (Ankalikar). Following his initiation, he dedicated himself to a life of strict ascetic discipline, austerity, scriptural study, and religious propagation, thereby carrying forward the glorious tradition of Digambara Jain monasticism.
Recognizing his spiritual accomplishments, scholarship, leadership abilities, and contributions to religious propagation, Acharya Shri 108 Sanmati Sagarji Maharaj conferred upon him the Acharya Pad on 18 February 2011 at Kothali, Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Thereafter, he became widely known as Acharya Shri 108 Vardhaman Sagarji Maharaj. Through his discourses, spiritual guidance, leadership of the monastic order, and tireless efforts in spreading Jain principles, he has inspired countless devotees and seekers. His life stands as a remarkable example of renunciation, austerity, self-discipline, spiritual devotion, and service to religion. He is regarded as one of the prominent Acharyas of the Digambara Jain tradition and continues to make significant contributions toward the preservation and promotion of Jain culture, values, and spirituality.

Update June 2026
Acharya Shri 108 Vardhman Sagarji Maharaj declared Yam Sallekhana on 24 June 2026, at 8:40 AM. Heartfelt reverence and countless auspicious salutations to the serene and spiritually elevated Yam Sallekhana of Acharya Shri 108 Vardhman Sagarji Maharaj. May this sacred vow of detachment, self-discipline, and spiritual purification inspire devotees and seekers on the path of self-realization.
Heartiest Anumodana (reverential appreciation) of the peaceful Yam Sallekhana undertaken by Acharya Shri 108 Vardhman Sagarji Maharaj.