Salkanpur (Dist. Dhār). Inscription on the base of a Jain image dated VS 1299. (Courtesy ZENODO).
(Working transcription pending preparation of critical and diplomatic editions 12/2025)
Salkanpur Jaina image inscription dated saṃvat 1299
Translation prepared by Saarthak Singh (EFEO)
In the year 1299, on 6th of the bright fortnight of the month of Caitra, a Saturday, on Punarvasu nakṣatra, sādhu Jalhaṇa’s son sādhu Rāsala, his wife Ratnā, their son Khemadhara, his son Āśādhara, together with their all-enjoying paṇḍita—belonging to the Poravāṭa lineage of the Vāgaḍa saṁgha—constantly pay homage to the image of the illustrious lord Śāṁtinātha. May it be auspicious, bring great fortune, be good!