Grand inauguration of Amritanandamayi Brahmasthan Mahotsav held in Mangaluru

Grand inauguration of Amritanandamayi Brahmasthan Mahotsav held in Mangaluru

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, May 29, 2026: Spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi Devi on Thursday called upon humanity to live with greater humility, compassion and reverence towards nature.

Addressing devotees during the Brahmasthan Mahotsav held at Mata Amritanandamayi Math in Bolur, Mangaluru, Amma said human beings must learn to live in cooperation with fellow humans, in harmony with nature and in constant connection with God.

She said pandemics, natural disasters and climate irregularities are warning signs urging humanity to rethink its relationship with nature.

“Compromise and reconciliation may work in conflicts between people, communities and nations. But such approaches do not work with nature,” she said.

“The only effective way to approach nature is by giving up ego, bowing down with humility, friendship and reverence-filled hearts,” Amma added.

She stressed that true coexistence is possible only when people recognise that the Earth, its resources and prosperity must be shared collectively with all living beings, animals and birds.

Union Minister for Food and Public Distribution Prahlad Joshi, who attended the programme as chief guest, praised Amma’s contributions and said her work extends beyond spirituality into social welfare and public service.

Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader said spiritual strength carries lasting value and helps public representatives address societal challenges more effectively.

Swami Jitakamananda, MP Captain Brijesh Chowta, Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna, former minister Pramod Madhwaraj, Karnataka Government Additional Chief Secretary Ritesh Kumar, Kishore Alva, Prakash Pai Peraje, Vedaprakash Shriyan, honorary president Dr Jeevaraj Sorake, CA Vaman Kamath, Vasan Kamath and members of the reception committee were present.

During the event, honorary president Dr Y Sanath Hegde shared his personal experiences as a devotee of Amma and spoke about the positive transformation in his life through her guidance.

Seva Samiti president Suresh Amin welcomed the gathering, while Dr Ashok Shenoy and Dr Nandita Shenoy compered the programme.

As part of the Mahotsav celebrations, the Math launched and supported several welfare initiatives, including financial assistance for children undergoing heart surgeries, loan support for 1,200 members of Amrutashree self-help groups, seaweed cultivation projects aimed at strengthening coastal livelihoods and mental health awareness campaigns conducted from Mangaluru.

The celebrations also featured special poojas, darshan sessions, volunteer-led service activities, a free medical camp, annadanam and facilities for devotees arriving from Karnataka and neighbouring states.