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of Oshwals has been declining steadily and according to the 1998 A.D. census there were only eighteen Oshwal families.
Moshi: Oshwals came to settle here in 1932 A.D. soon after the first Oshwal settled in Arusha. In 1941 A.D., Shri Halari Visa Oshwal Community was formed and land was purchased to build a mahajanwadi. The mahajanwadi has a temple, a library and facilities for social, religious, sporting and other activities. Just as in Arusha, the Oshwal population has been declining steadily and according to the 1998 A.D. census; there were forty-nine families.
Building bridges of communication and understanding will enrich our heritage and ensure strong bonds of brotherhood. Unity is the key to our continued progress and survival as one close-knit community based on ideals of Jainism. Mahavir showed us that the purpose of life is to create, to heal, to inspire, to bring lasting happiness and peace to each and every living being on planet Earth. Following these principles the Oshwals from various centers in East Africa have contributed to the overall progress and prosperity of their adopted land.
