Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Sai Baba Centenary: PM Modi Pays Respects, Unveils Commemoratives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Puttaparthi to pay respects at the Sathya Sai Maha Samadhi and unveil commemorative items for the 100th birth anniversary of spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba.
Thousands of devotees from India and abroad are celebrating the centenary with cultural programs and special events.
PM Modi visits Sathya Sai Maha Samadhi in Puttaparthi
Unveils Rs. 100 coin and postage stamps in Baba's honor
Accompanied by Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan
Thousands of devotees gather for centenary celebrations
Security tightened for VIP visits and large gatherings
- Who
- PM Narendra Modi, Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, thousands of devotees
- What
- Centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba
- When
- November 16 to 23, 2022
- Where
- Puttaparthi, India (with global participation)
- Why
- To commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of Sai Baba
Devotees
Security Officials
Crowd Management
Devotees
Expect smooth arrangements for large gatherings
Security Officials
Instructed to ensure seamless arrangements, tight security, and no inconvenience to devotees
Security Measures
Devotees
Hoping for foolproof security during VIP visits
Security Officials
Reviewed security arrangements, directed officials to remain on high alert
- Duration
- November 16 to 23, 2022
- Expected Visitors
- Thousands of devotees from India and abroad
- Leaders Attending
- PM Modi, CMs of various states
- Special Trains
- 45 special trains arranged
- Commemorative Items
- Rs. 100 coin and postage stamps released
Sources
President, PM to attend Sai Baba centenary fete
Police tighten security ahead of Prez, PM visit to Puttaparthi
Security for President’s visit reviewed
Arrangements reviewed for PM’s Puttaparthi visit
Prez, PM to attend Satya Sai Baba centenary fete
Laser show attracts huge crowds
PM Modi to Honour Sri Sathya Sai Baba; Champion Natural Farming in Andhra Pradesh & TN Visit on Wednesday
Modi to Join Centenary Celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba at Puttaparthi
PM Modi to attend Sri Satya Sai Baba centenary celebrations in Puttaparthi; Naidu to distribute farmer funds
PM, CM to attend Satya Sai’s centenary fete today
Puttaparthi hosts first Rathotsavam as part of Baba’s centenary fete
Aishwarya Rai and Sachin Tendulkar Visit Puttaparthi for Sri Sathya Sai Centenary Celebrations
PM Modi arrives in Puttaparthi for, CM Chandrababu, Lokesh gives warm welcome
