Uniting JainCommunitiesWorldwide
Jain Social Groups International Federation - fostering fellowship, preserving values, and building bridges across four decades and four continents.
Important Dates
Jain festivals & JSGIF events
Our Ventures
Building on Legacy,
Creating New Milestones
From Four Visionaries
to a Global Movement
What began as a dream of unity in 1965 has blossomed into one of the largest Jain associations in the world, spanning continents and generations.
The Genesis
Four visionaries united to bring together people from all four Firkas of the Jain community under one umbrella. The first Jain Social Group was formed on 1st Jan 1965 in Mumbai, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey.
Federation Founded
JSGIF was formally established on 17th August with Shri C.N. Sanghvi as the Founder President.
Formation of the Ladies Group in JSGIF
Nari Sangathan, Pune, the first officially registered ladies group in JSGIF, was established on 17th August 2011 during the term of JSGIF President JSGian Sharad Shah. JSGian Anita Shah was appointed Founder President of the group.
Formation of Sangini Forum in JSGIF
Sangini Forum JSGIF was founded on 23rd June 2013 by JSGian Rakesh Kr Jain, International President (2013-14), and announced in Chennai as the official ladies wing of JSGIF Groups and for all the ladies of the Jain community globally. JSGian Darshana Kothari was appointed the first Sangini Convener of the Sangini Forum Committee of JSGIF.
Global Presence
400+ groups across India and overseas, united by shared values and unwavering fellowship.
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JSG Movement
Join one of the world's largest Jain associations. Connect with a community that values fellowship, growth, and the preservation of timeless traditions.