These three idols were ancient Jain Tirthankar idols that came out during digging on 31 March 2023 in village Mana (Matangpura area), Akola district, Maharashtra.

From the official reports and later court records, it is clear that:

• The idols are connected with Jainism and are considered very old (around 11th–12th century by museum experts).
• They were found in the courtyard of a person named Ramesh Ingole while digging for a house foundation.
• As soon as they were found, the local police, Tahsildar and later the Collector took them into safe custody.
• An archaeological/museum report confirmed they are important ancient Jain idols, but did not clearly state whether they are Digambar or Shvetambar tradition.
• Because of that, Digambar and Shvetambar trusts have both claimed rights over the idols, and the matter is under legal process. Until final decision, custody has been given only temporarily and the idols are being kept safely.

Spiritually, for Jains:

• Such underground-found idols (bhu‑bhavyā murti) are treated with great reverence, as they are usually very old Jinbimb of Tirthankars.
• Whether Digambar or Shvetambar, all agree these are to be protected with utmost shraddhā, ahimsā and honesty, not treated as property or wealth.
• Final decisions about their place of installation should ensure:

- Proper daily worship according to Jain āgamic rules, - Open darshan for the Jain Sangh, - Protection from theft, damage or misuse.

If you want, I can explain how Jain traditions generally decide:

• whether a found idol is Digambar / Shvetambar,
• and what shāstriya rules are followed when an old idol is discovered (pratishthā, custody, care, etc.).