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Appoint historians in Lahore to explore, study and document Jain temples across Pakistan.
A living archive of Jain heritage in Pakistan
Preserving sacred stories carved in stone.
We explore, document and support the restoration of historic Jain temples—so their architecture, culture and memory remain accessible to future generations.
Our purpose
History deserves more than remembrance.
It deserves research, care and a path back into public memory.
Connect
Open pathways for Indians and researchers eager to learn the history and architecture of these sacred sites.
Restore
Conserve vulnerable temples, make them accessible and facilitate meaningful heritage pilgrimages.
Since
2016
2016
About the Trust
Rooted in faith. Committed to service.
Premchand Manaji Trust (PMT) is owned by Mr. Ramesh Kumar Shah’s family. His father, Mr. Premchand Ji, was a staunch supporter of Jainism and donated many idols across India. His Matru Bhumi is Kalandri, a small village in the Sirohi district of Rajasthan.
Objectives of the Trust
- To restore the Jain temples in Pakistan and organise pilgrimages for historians to study, document and restore these temples.
- To provide the best healthcare facilities to the world through a non-profit organization called Cancerve, which provides a platform connecting the less fortunate with philanthropists.
- To help individuals identify with life in Indian villages and provide opportunities to researchers and entrepreneurs for experimentation through the Kalandari Foundation.
Our history
An ancient association of Jainism and Pakistan.
Jainism, traditionally known as Jain Dharma, is an ancient Indian religion that prescribes non-violence towards all living beings. Although Jains form a very small community in Pakistan today, Jainism there has an extensive heritage and history.
Historic and archaeological evidence connects Jain traditions with the wider Indus Valley region. Many relics from excavations suggest the prevalence of Jain religious traditions in ancient times, especially in regions that are now part of Pakistan.
“Your history. Your culture. Your inheritance.”
What we do
Conservation with purpose.
Our work safeguards ancient Jain temples as cultural, religious and social monuments of exceptional value.
Conserve
Restore Temples
Pakistan’s heritage sites tell a story that reaches far beyond 1947. Many are fragile from neglect, vandalism and harsh weather. Their preservation is urgent.
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Reconnect
Organise Pilgrimages
We plan visits to lesser-known Jain temples and help travellers understand their architecture, heritage and sacred importance.
Plan an enquiry →Change the way you look at history.
Ancient monuments don’t have to remain broken and forgotten.
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Jain temples of Pakistan
Original photographs and archival images from the existing Pakistan Jain Temple website, including temples at Jain Chowk and documented artefacts in Lahore.
Keep in touch
Help preserve a shared inheritance.
Are you a historian, researcher, traveller or supporter? We would be happy to hear from you.
Support@pakistanjaintemple.com+91 80 4264 0000+91 80 4264 0030
No. 1/1, 3rd Floor, 1st Cross, Vinayaka Towers, Gandhi Nagar, Bangalore – 560 009, India.