Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome as he arrived in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, on Wednesday amid chants of “Sai Ram”. The visit included prayers at Prasanthi Nilayam and participation in a Gaudan ceremony organised by the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust.
Prasanthi Nilayam, meaning the ‘Abode of the Highest Peace,’ is the main ashram and final resting place (Samadhi Mandir) of Sathya Sai Baba.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Paid homage to Sri Sathya Sai Baba at the Sai Kulwant Hall, Prasanthi Nilayam and went to Omkar Hall for Darshan. Being in these sacred spaces is a reminder of his boundless compassion and lifelong commitment to uplifting humanity. His message of selfless service continues to guide and inspire millions.”
The Prime Minister also took part in the Gaudan ceremony, during which cows – including Gir cows – were gifted to farmers as part of the Trust’s ongoing initiatives in animal welfare. PM Modi conveyed his good wishes to the beneficiaries and urged people to continue working for social welfare in accordance with Sathya Sai Baba’s ideals.
The Prime Minister shared moments from his visit on X. “Amidst the divine chants of Sai Ram, reached Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh to a very warm welcome,” he said. In another post, he said his visit to Prasanthi Nilayam was a deeply spiritual experience, reaffirming Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s “boundless compassion and lifelong commitment to uplifting humanity”.
Sharing pictures from the Gaudan ceremony, PM Modi praised the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust for its contributions, particularly in animal welfare. He noted, “May we all keep working for the welfare of our society, as shown by Sri Sathya Sai Baba.”