Anjanshalaka in Jain tradition is a highly sacred pran-pratishtha ritual performed before the installation of a Tirthankar’s murti. It is done with deep reverence so that the idol becomes fit for worship in a purified and spiritually consecrated manner.

For Aadinath Dada at Palitana, this refers to the sacred consecration tradition connected with the Shatrunjaya tirth and the worship of Bhagwan Aadinath. Palitana is one of the most holy Jain pilgrimage places, and Aadinath Bhagwan is especially revered there.

In simple words:

• Aadinath Dada = the first Tirthankar, Bhagwan Rishabhdev
• Anjanshalaka = the sacred eye-opening / consecration ritual
• Palitana = the holy Jain tirth of Shatrunjaya

This ritual is considered very auspicious in Jain Dharma and is performed with purity, devotion, and strict adherence to Jain principles.