On Mahavir Jayanti,Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) Youth Unites Nations Beyond Borders through Business, Values & Vision

Kathmandu/New Delhi, April 11, 2025: As the world celebrates Mahavir Jayanti, honouring the timeless values of peace, compassion, and non-violence, over 11.55 lakh people joined together in a historic Navkar Mantra Jap, with the blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On this sacred day, the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) Youth Wing marked the culmination of its flagship global initiative- ‘JITO Beyond Boundaries’, a transformative business and leadership confluence held across Nepal and India from March 27 to April 9, 2025.

Bringing together 150+ dynamic entrepreneurs from India, Nepal, Dubai, and beyond, the initiative went far beyond business networking; it fostered a deep sense of cross-border harmony, shared learning, and youth-led change.

Hosted by JITO Youth Nepal in collaboration with JITO Youth Wing Apex (India), this inaugural edition of Beyond Boundaries’witnessed power-packed sessions, immersive experiences, and high-impact collaborations.

Key Highlights:

• Kathmandu Summit (Mar 27-30): Featured insights from leaders like Ankur Warikoo, Varun Chaudhary (CG Group), Mukesh Jain (Capgemini), and Dharamveer Singh Chouhan (Zostel).
• Strategic MoUs: Signed between JITO Youth and Avasar Capital, opening new pathways for funding and mentorship in the region.
• Shark Tank Nepal featured disruptive pitches, with backing from leading investors and entrepreneurs.
• Cultural Immersion: From Pashupatinath Temple visits to mountain flights, participants soaked in Nepal’s spiritual and natural richness.
  

From March 30 – April 2, In serene Pokhara, delegates embraced reflection, adventure, and bonding-with lakeside mixers, ATV forest rides, and powerful sessions by Ayush Jain (Tetra College).

As part of the JITO Youth initiative for Navkar Mantra Diwas, On March 30, participants gathered to chant the sacred Navkar Mantra -a moment of spiritual resonance held at 21,000 ft during an exclusive mountain flight, organised specially for Beyond Boundaries participants.

On April 9, 2025 participants again came together to celebrate, Coinciding with Navkar Mantra Diwas, the grand finale served as a collective reaffirmation of Jain values and vision. As a record-breaking 11.55 lakh+ voices joined in mantra chanting across the globe, the JITO Youth community reflected on the deeper purpose behind enterprise: to serve, uplift, and unite. 

Visionaries like Mahaveer Mehta (Chairman, JITO International), Jeenendra Bhandari (Chairman, JIIF), Darpan Jain (Director, JITO International), Praveen Shah (Director, JITO Youth), and national dignitaries including Hon. KP Sharma Oli, Hon. Prakash Man Singh, Economic Financial Advisor  to PM Yuba Raj Khatiwada and, elevated the dialogue on leadership and impact. 

Led by Rajat Hardi (Chairman, JITO Youth Apex India), and Diwesh Bothra (Chairman, JITO Youth Nepal), JITO Beyond Boundaries was not just a summit-it was a movement of unity, innovation, and purpose.

As JITO continues to expand across geographies, this edition sets a strong precedent for youth-led diplomacy, values-driven entrepreneurship, and global connectivity.

About JITO

The Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) is a worldwide network of Jain industrialists, entrepreneurs, professionals, and youth, dedicated to economic empowerment, ethical leadership, and community upliftment.