Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti: Significance, History And Date
Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is the main festival of the Agrawal community and the Vaishya community. It is celebrated as the birth anniversary of the great social reformer and kind ruler Maharaja Agrasen ji.
Agrasen ji had made equality, non-violence, trade and charity the basic mantra of life in his kingdom.
Biography of Maharaja Agrasen
Maharaja Agrasen was a great social reformer and people-loving ruler of ancient India. He was born in the Suryavanshi Kshatriya clan. He founded the Agraha city (Hisar region of present-day Haryana). His wife Maharani Madhavi was a princess of the Naga dynasty.
Agrasen ji gave importance to trade, peace and service by renouncing war and violence in his kingdom. He divided the society into 18 ganas, which later formed 18 gotras of the Agrawal society. His most famous policy was "one brick and one rupee". According to this policy, when a new family settled in the city, every family would give it one brick and one rupee. This would have provided him with both home and business.
He was a devotee of Lord Shri Ram and Shri Krishna and was in favour of non-violence and equality. Due to his ideals, the Agrawal community is still known for cooperation, brotherhood and charity.
The Government of India issued a postage stamp in his honour and heritage like Agrasen ki Baoli in Delhi keeps his memory alive. Maharaja Agrasen is not only considered an ideal king but also a symbol of humanity and service.
Importance of Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti
- This day is considered very sacred for the Agarwal community.
- His principles are still considered ideal in the society.
- Agrasen ji made non-violence and justice the foundation of the state.
- This festival gives us the message of social harmony and cooperation.
How is Agrasen Jayanti celebrated
- On this day, the statue and picture of Agrasen ji are worshipped.
- Processions, cultural programs and bhajans are organized in the Agarwal community.
- Giving food, clothes and donations to the needy is considered auspicious.
Upcoming Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti Dates
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22 September 2025, Monday
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