Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Puttaparthi to honor spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s birth centenary, paying respects at his Mahasamadhi. Accompanied by Andhra Pradesh leaders, the PM also released commemorative stamps and a coin celebrating Baba’s legacy. Later, he will inaugurate a natural farming summit in Coimbatore and release PM-KISAN funds for farmers. ANI image NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited Puttaparthi in Andhra Pradesh to pay homage at the Mahasamadhi of late spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba as part of his birth centenary celebrations.According to visuals from the visit, PM Modi was accompanied by Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu and deputy CM Pawan Kalyan at Prasanthi Nilayam where he offered prayers and paid his respects.PM Modi’s BIG OUTREACH To India’s Farmers, Launches Agri Schemes Worth ₹35,000 Crore Before DiwaliAs per the official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), he will also release a commemorative coin and a set of postal stamps honouring Sathya Sai Baba’s legacy of service and spiritual leadership.The PMO said the prime minister will later travel to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to inaugurate the South India Natural Farming Summit. During the programme, he will release the 21st instalment of PM-KISAN, amounting to more than Rs 18,000 crore to support around nine crore farmers across the country.Ahead of his arrival, security arrangements in Puttaparthi were strengthened with barricades and deployment of police personnel to ensure safety and protocol.PM Modi earlier said that Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s life and contributions “remain a guiding light for generations” and recalled his earlier interactions with the revered spiritual figure.”I look forward to being among my sisters and brothers of Andhra Pradesh tomorrow, November 19 to participate in the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi. 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,” he wrote in a post on X.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”… To Flaunt Patriotism’ Terror Accused in Ricin Plot Attacked Inside Sabarmati Jail by InmatesAfter S-400 Success, Russia Offers Su-57E With Full Tech Transfer To Reset Defence Ties With IndiaInside Jaishankar’s Kremlin Briefing To Putin As India Shapes Agenda For India-Russia Annual SummitHasina’S Son Sajeeb Wazed Calls Her Conviction A Political Coup, Slams Bangladesh’S Unelected GovAnmol Bishnoi, Accused In Baba Siddique Murder Case, To Be Deported To India From USIndia-Russia Ties: EAM Jaishankar Meets President Putin In Moscow’Some Last-Mile Issues…’: Piyush Goyal Remarks On Trade Pact With EU And US, India’s Export GrowthThe Ghost Of Bastar Falls: What Madvi Hidma’s Death Means For India’s War Against Maoist InsurgencyBathani Tola: 30 years on, justice still elusive for Bihar’s worst caste massacreShashi Tharoor Praises PM Modi Again, Sparks Fresh Congress Rift After Attending Goenka Lecture123Photostories5 common habits that quietly destroy relationships (and how to fix them)Tom Cruise Fitness: How his workout routine keeps him stunt-ready even in his 60s6 countries with red, white, and black colours in their national flagsWhich Temple You Should Visit on January 1, 2026 As Per Your Birth DateTara Sutaria birthday special: Best style moments of the ‘SOTY 2’ starSushmita Sen birthday special: Decoding her best fashionable moments10 popular foods with surprising origins you won’t believeIndia’s first true superstar wasn’t Rajesh Khanna but this actress, raised in a red-light area, worshipped by fans beyond imaginationCelebrity birthdate breakdown: The number that made them iconic5 animals that are immune to toxins and poisons123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodaySheikh Hasina VerdictBihar Government FormationGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAaron Rodgers InjuryShedeur SandersPaolo BancheroStephen CurryPatrick BeverleyLeBron JamesStephen A SmithCade CunninghamDraymond GreenSophie Cunningham
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited Puttaparthi in Andhra Pradesh to pay homage at the Mahasamadhi of late spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba as part of his birth centenary celebrations.According to visuals from the visit, PM Modi was accompanied by Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu and deputy CM Pawan Kalyan at Prasanthi Nilayam where he offered prayers and paid his respects.
As per the official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), he will also release a commemorative coin and a set of postal stamps honouring Sathya Sai Baba’s legacy of service and spiritual leadership.The PMO said the prime minister will later travel to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to inaugurate the South India Natural Farming Summit. During the programme, he will release the 21st instalment of PM-KISAN, amounting to more than Rs 18,000 crore to support around nine crore farmers across the country.Ahead of his arrival, security arrangements in Puttaparthi were strengthened with barricades and deployment of police personnel to ensure safety and protocol.PM Modi earlier said that Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s life and contributions “remain a guiding light for generations” and recalled his earlier interactions with the revered spiritual figure.“I look forward to being among my sisters and brothers of Andhra Pradesh tomorrow, November 19 to participate in the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi. 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,” he wrote in a post on X.