Testimonial Category: World Leaders

Amma, you showed me the path. – Shri. Madanlal Khurana Governor of Rajasthan on 15 March 2004. Explaining to Amma how She was the inspiration behind his distribution of Rs. 250,000 each week to his state’s poor and suffering.

At a time when security and peace issues dominate the international agenda, her actions and activities are a beacon of light and inspiration to Australians and people all over the world. – Mr. Simon Crean Member of Parliament of Australia and former head of the Opposition, 2003

Her hug has a wonderful power… Amma’s teachings can be put into practice in every country, and with her hug She brings consolation to many people.. – Riitta Uosukainen Head of Parliament of Finland 7 October 2000, Helsinki

We are fortunate enough to live in a century when a divine personality like Amma is moving about in the globe. Divinity is manifested in the person of Amma. The Indian concept of Jagadamba [Mother of the world]—this is what Amma embodies. While the governments lag behind in providing these facilities, Amma has worked wonders.…

She is a great person. She has done tremendous work for the poor and downtrodden, which most Mahatmas do not do. Most are going for big people. Amma is going for small people, the common people. This is a great thing. She is effecting jobs, effecting education—this is God’s work. – Sri. Brijesh Misra National…

I regard Amritavarsham50 [Amma’s 50th Birthday Celebrations] as something unprecedented, as people from 191 UN countries have come together. While agriculture energizes, industry enriches and knowledge enlightens, spirituality personified in Amma elevates us. “There are people who can expound eloquently on all the scriptures and explain all their nuances, but rare are those who live…

The world today needs solid proof that our human values are useful, that such qualities as compassion, selflessness, renunciation and humility have the power to create a great and prosperous society. Amma’s work provides us with the much-needed proof.” – Sri. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Honourable Prime Minister of India during the inauguration of Amrita Insitute…

Several of her schemes reflect her bondless love for every soul. Amma’s work has refined the lives of millions; she is a woman of action and not just words.” – His Excellency Bhairon Singh Shekhawat Vice-President of India during Amritavarsham50 celebrations, Kochi, Kerala, 27 September 2003

You are all blessed because you are constantly showered with the blessings of Amma. The ambience of her colleges is sufficient to instil in you the values of life. Her divine mission should be your inspiration to make right use of life and add value to society – His Excellency Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, President…