Amma's blessings for PM Modi's drug-free India: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah attends Mata Amritanandamayi Ji's birthday in Kollam, praising her lifelong service and blessings for a drug-free India.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah attended the 73rd birthday celebrations of Mata Amritanandamayi Ji in Kollam, Kerala, as the Chief Guest. During the event, which is observed as 'Vishwa Seva Dinam', Shah highlighted the profound spiritual and humanitarian impact of the revered leader.
A Life Defined by Devotion, Action, and Compassion
Addressing the gathering, Amit Shah remarked that being in the presence of Amma allows an individual to understand the true essence of humanity, transcending worldly responsibilities. He noted that her life can be categorized into three distinct facets: Bhav (devotion), Karma (action), and Karuna (compassion).
“It is a luminary like Amma who imparts the wisdom and empathy to understand the sorrows of others to millions of people, not just in India but across the globe,” Shah stated. He emphasized that while many engage in service, very few, like Amma, dedicate their entire existence to it and successfully transform that spirit into a global movement.
From Gujarat Earthquake to Global Impact
The Home Minister recalled witnessing Amma's compassion firsthand during the 2001 Gujarat earthquake. He shared how she established an entire settlement by constructing 1,200 homes, complete with a town hall, schools, and a hospital. This settlement is now widely recognized as 'Amma's Village'.
Shah highlighted her extensive humanitarian footprint, including:
- Providing relief during the Tsunami, Uttarakhand disasters, and the Wayanad landslides.
- Leading massive efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Planting over a million trees.
- Fostering initiatives in health, education, and livelihoods.
- Making 101 villages completely self-reliant.
- Managing 86 Amrita Vidyalayas across the country.
Blessings for a Drug-Free Nation
In a significant statement regarding national policy, Amit Shah mentioned that Amma has extended her blessings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Drug-Free India' campaign. He expressed confidence that with these spiritual blessings, the nation will move closer to its goal of becoming free from the menace of drugs.
Reflecting on his personal connection, Shah mentioned he had the privilege of meeting Amma on several occasions, specifically in September 2015, April 2016, and June 2023. He described receiving her blessings on Vishwa Seva Dinam as a significant milestone in his life.
The celebrations also noted Amma's global influence, mentioning her roles at the United Nations Millennium World Peace Summit and her presidency of Civil-20 during India's G-20 presidency, where she has consistently conveyed messages of service and peace.