Wed Nov 19 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Seeks Blessings from PM Modi at Sai Baba Centenary Celebration
Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh – Bollywood icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attended the Sri Sathya Sai Baba birth centenary celebrations in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, where she met and sought the blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister was the chief guest at the event.
During the ceremony, Ms. Rai touched the feet of PM Modi to receive his blessings, a moment that has been widely shared and praised by fans for showcasing her traditional values.
Ms. Rai also delivered a speech emphasizing unity and humanity, echoing the teachings of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. “There is only one caste, the caste of humanity. There is only one religion, the religion of love. There is only one language, the language of the heart, and there is only one God, who is omnipresent,” she stated.
The actress expressed her gratitude to PM Modi for his presence at the event, saying, “I wholeheartedly thank PM Narendra Modi ji for joining us in the ceremony today. He has enhanced the glory of this special occasion. I am eagerly waiting to hear your wise and inspiring words. Your presence here makes this birth centenary celebration even more sacred and special. It reminds us of Swami’s message that true leadership is to serve and serving humanity is the greatest service to God.”
The centenary celebration also honored the legacy of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, who was born on November 23, 1926, and passed away on April 24, 2011, at the age of 84. He is remembered globally for his teachings of compassion, unity, and selfless service.