In Jain worship, chamar is done as a sign of reverence and service to the Tirthankar, Arihant, or the sacred idol.

Its meaning is:

• Respect and devotion toward the liberated soul
• Service without ego, offering one’s humility
• Symbol of purity and honor in worship
• Expression of faith that the Tirthankar is worthy of highest veneration

In Jain tradition, this is not for decorating the idol as a worldly king, but to show bhakti, vinay, and humility. The real purpose is to remind the devotee to remove ego and cultivate reverence, purity, and inner discipline.

In short: chamar is done to express deep respect and devotion in Jain puja.