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PM Modi's Spiritual Pilgrimage: Honoring Sathya Sai Baba's Centenary Legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Puttaparthi to honor Sathya Sai Baba during his centenary celebrations. He performed special prayers at the golden statue and participated in traditional rituals. The event saw participation from prominent political leaders and celebrities including Sachin Tendulkar and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Modi also released commemorative coins and stamps to preserve Sai Baba's spiritual legacy.

Key Points: PM Modi Attends Sathya Sai Baba Centenary in Puttaparthi

  • PM Modi performed special pujas at golden statue amid Vedic chanting
  • Participated in godanam program, gifting cows to four farmers
  • Released commemorative coin and stamps honoring Sai Baba's legacy
  • Celebrations attended by CM Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Sachin, Aishwarya Rai
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PM Modi pays obeisance to Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi

Prime Minister Modi participates in Sathya Sai Baba's centenary celebrations with special pujas, godanam ceremony, and commemorative coin release in Andhra Pradesh.

PM Modi pays obeisance to Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi
"His life and efforts towards community service and spiritual awakening remain a guiding light for generations. - PM Narendra Modi"

Puttaparthi

, Nov 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid obeisance to Sri Sathya Sai Baba at Prasanthi Nilayam and Mahasamadhi in this town in Andhra Pradesh’s Sri Sathya Sai district.

He performed special pujas at the golden statue of Sri Sathya Sai Baba amid chanting of Vedic hymns by a group of priests in Sai Kulwant Hall.

Later, as part of the centenary celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba, the Prime Minister participated in the ‘godanam (gift of cows)' programme. He handed over cows to four farmers.

The priests offered their blessings to the Prime Minister, who later participated in the centenary celebrations along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, Central Ministers Ram Mohan Naidu, G. Kishan Reddy, Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma and state Minister Nara Lokesh.

Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust Managing Trustee RJ Rathnakar and others were present.

Earlier, on arrival at Puttaparthi Airport, the Prime Minister was accorded a warm welcome by Chief Minister Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and other leaders and top officials.

The centenary celebrations began with a colourful cultural programme. Hundreds of students from the educational institutions run by Sathya Sai Central Trust participated in the programme.

The Prime Minister will also release a commemorative coin and a set of stamps honouring the life, teachings, and enduring legacy of Sathya Sai Baba. He will also address the gathering during the programme.

Before he arrived in Puttaparthi, the Prime Minister paid respects to Sathya Sai Baba through a post on ‘X’.

“His life and efforts towards community service and the spiritual awakening of society remain a guiding light for generations. I have had various opportunities to interact with him and learn from him over the years. Here are some glimpses from our interactions...,” wrote the PM, who posted his photographs taken with the godman on different occasions in the past.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I respect the spiritual significance, I wish our leaders would focus more on pressing issues like inflation and unemployment. Spiritual visits are good but governance should be the priority.
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Sarah B
As someone who visited Puttaparthi last year, the atmosphere there is truly divine. Good to see the Prime Minister participating in the centenary celebrations. Sathya Sai Baba's educational institutions have done remarkable work across India.
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Arjun K
My grandmother was a devotee of Sai Baba. Seeing PM Modi's genuine reverence brings back memories. The release of commemorative coins and stamps is a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy. Jai Sai Ram!
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Karthik V
Nice to see political leaders from different parties coming together for such spiritual events. This shows unity beyond politics. Also good to see Sachin and Aishwarya participating - their presence adds to the occasion.
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Michael C
The cultural programme with hundreds of students must have been spectacular! Sathya Sai educational institutions are known for their excellence. This centenary celebration seems well-organized and meaningful.

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