01Havan & Poojan
Active contribution to havan, poojan and religious ceremonies held with devotion to Maa Ashapura over the years.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH & LEGACY
Gajraj Sonigara
A journey of devotion to Maa Ashapura, unity of a community, and preservation of a heritage.
Discover the life, service and vision of Shri Gajraj Mangilal Ji Sonigara — a journey rooted in faith, community and an enduring connection with our heritage.
INTRODUCTION
The Beginning of a Journey
Shri Gajraj Mangilal Ji Sonigara was born on 19 January 1964 in Nadol, a historic and religious town of Rajasthan. The religious and cultural traditions of Nadol became an important part of the values that shaped his life.
Over time, Gajraj Sonigara made Malad, Mumbai his place of work and built his identity in the field of gift articles and related business. Yet, alongside his professional life, his faith and connection with his religious and cultural roots remained strong.
His devotion to Maa Ashapura gradually grew beyond personal faith. It became a larger purpose — to introduce people to the history of their Kuldevi, bring the community together and help carry their religious heritage to future generations.
And this is where the journey of Gajraj Sonigara began — a journey that continues even today.
If we have faith in our Kuldevi, then the coming generations should also know their Kuldevi and their history.
THE JOURNEY
From Nadol to a Larger Purpose
A journey that began with roots, grew through devotion and eventually became an effort to connect an entire community.
1964
Born in Nadol
Born in the historic and religious town of Nadol, Rajasthan, surrounded by its rich religious and cultural traditions.
A New Chapter
Mumbai Becomes Karmabhoomi
Made Malad, Mumbai his place of work and established himself in the gift articles and related business sector.
A Growing Faith
Devotion to Maa Ashapura
His connection with Maa Ashapura continued to deepen, keeping him closely connected to his religious and cultural roots.
A Larger Purpose
Connecting People
The desire to make people aware of their Kuldevi and heritage became a broader social and spiritual purpose.
Today
A Continuing Legacy
What began as personal devotion grew into collective service, community connection and the preservation of heritage.
SERVICE & CONTRIBUTION
A Devotion Expressed Through Service
His connection with Maa Ashapura has found expression through years of religious service, contribution and efforts to bring the traditions of the temple closer to the community.
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02Astra-Shastra Seva
Contribution towards bringing and dedicating traditional weapons and ceremonial objects to Maa Ashapura's temple.
03Charan Paduka
Efforts associated with bringing Maa Ashapura's Charan Paduka and sharing it with the community with reverence.
04Maa's Mukut
Contribution towards bringing a sacred mukut for Maa Ashapura as an expression of devotion and service.
05Maa's Kalash
Contribution towards religious work associated with bringing and dedicating the sacred kalash.
FROM DEVOTION TO DIGITAL
Bhakti Beyond the Temple
The effort to spread awareness of Maa Ashapura was not limited to physical gatherings. Bhajans, kirtans and aartis were also shared through digital platforms.
Through YouTube and other digital mediums, devotional content and recordings of religious events were made accessible to a wider audience.
This created a bridge between devotion, documentation and the next generation.
800+
800+
Years
Of Devotion & Service
45 MIN
Documentary
From One Effort to a Community
With the support of fellow Sonigara members, an effort to connect people and spread awareness about Maa Ashapura gradually developed into a larger community group. Today, approximately 800+ members are connected with this initiative.
One PersonSupport of FriendsCommunity ConnectionA Larger Group
A HISTORIC EFFORT
45 MINUTES DOCUMENTARY
Maa Ashapura — Our Kuldevi, Our Heritage
A documentary created to introduce the Sonigara community to Maa Ashapura, her history, significance and the connection she holds with the community.
VIDEO ARCHIVE
Bhajans, Aartis & Memories
A collection of devotional videos, religious ceremonies, community gatherings and recorded moments from the journey.
Aarti & Kirtan
Some special moments of collective devotion and religious celebration
Bhajan & Devotion
A glimpse of devotional music dedicated to Maa Ashapura.
Community Memories
Recorded moments related to social events, programs, and collective efforts.
NAVRATRI MAHOTSAV
Faith, Celebration & Seva
Every Navratri, a festival dedicated to Maa Ashapura is organised with devotion and enthusiasm. Alongside religious ceremonies, service towards people, animals and the wider community is also made part of the celebration.
✦Havan on Ashtami
✦Food for Gau Mata
✦Food for animals and birds
✦Drinking water for devotees
✦Food arrangements at Jain Devasthan Bhojanalaya
SUWARNAGIRI FORT
The Journey to Maa Ashapura
Maa Ashapura's temple is situated at Suvarnagiri Fort in Jalore. The journey to the temple itself is an important part of the pilgrimage experience.
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Jalore
The historic city of Jalore.
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Suvarnagiri Fort
The sacred fort where Maa Ashapura's temple stands.
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~1600 Steps
The traditional climb towards the temple.
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Maa Ashapura Temple
The sacred destination at the heart of the journey.
A NEW CHAPTER
Temple Restoration
The restoration of Maa Ashapura's temple represents another chapter in the preservation of this sacred heritage, with contributions associated with the Sonigara family.
THEN
The Earlier Temple
THE JOURNEY
Restoration & Construction
TODAY
A Renewed Heritage
DIGITAL & CULTURAL ARCHIVE
Panchang & The Journey of Awareness
For approximately two years, efforts have been made to prepare and promote a Panchang based on Jain dates in the name of Maa Ashapura. Through this initiative, awareness and connection with Maa Ashapura have been carried across different parts of India and beyond.
Sneha Sammelan
A few of my associates and I came together to build this vast organization. After a great deal of hard work, our efforts finally bore fruit. Then, based on my decision and everyone’s advice and discussions, we decided to organize the gathering. We achieved success many times greater than we had ever expected.
At this gathering, the Sonigara family set an example of unity, a glimpse of which you can all see on this website.
THE LARGER CONTRIBUTION
Faith. Unity. Heritage.
The larger contribution of Shri Gajraj Mangilal Sonigara can be seen through three connected ideas — devotion to Maa Ashapura, unity within the Sonigara community and preservation of heritage for future generations.
Faith
Years of devotion, service and dedication towards Maa Ashapura.
Unity
An effort to bring the Sonigara community together through a shared connection with their Kuldevi.
Heritage
Preserving and sharing the history, traditions and relationship between Maa Ashapura and the community.
TODAY & BEYOND
Let the Journey Continue...
This journey is not only about remembering the past. It is about ensuring that future generations know Maa Ashapura, understand the connection of the Sonigara community with her, and carry this heritage forward.
One Kuldevi • Two Dham • One Heritage
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