Amma led Mangalyasudha, the Ashram’s annual mass marriages for families too poor to afford a wedding. Amma began the tradition in 2003, especially expressing her concern that it is often the parents of the bride who sink into debt. Amma takes care of everything, including the Ashram sponsoring gold necklaces, earrings, bangles, wedding rings,… Continue reading Free marriage ceremonies for impoverished couples
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Ancient Knowledge for Our Modern Days: Four New Books Released
This Amritavarsham we were fortunate to witness the release of four new books that offer spiritual seekers and devotees an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Amma’s teachings and the timeless wisdom of Sanatana Dharma. ‘Amritaragam’ authored by Swami Pranavamritananda Puri was the first publication offered to Amma. The first copy was accepted by… Continue reading Ancient Knowledge for Our Modern Days: Four New Books Released
Prof. V. Madhusoodanan Nair Receives the Prestigious Amritakeerti Puraskar
Amma awarded this year’s Amritakeerti Puraskaram to the eminent poet and scholar, Professor V. Madhusoodanan Nair. With a joyful face, he sincerely expressed his gratitude to Amma. The award comprises a cash prize of ₹1,23,456, a sculpture of Goddess Saraswathi crafted by the celebrated artist Namboothiri, and a certificate. Prof. Nair served as… Continue reading Prof. V. Madhusoodanan Nair Receives the Prestigious Amritakeerti Puraskar
Mata Amritanandamayi Math to Provide Aid of ₹15 crores for Landslide-Prone Wayanad on Amma’s 71st Birthday
September 26, Amritapuri, Kerala – On the occasion of the 71st birthday of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma), the Mata Amritanandamayi Math (MAM) is unveiling a major disaster-relief initiative aimed at enhancing landslide resilience in Wayanad, Kerala. This will include an aid package of ₹15 crores to support the survivors of recent landslides and enhance… Continue reading Mata Amritanandamayi Math to Provide Aid of ₹15 crores for Landslide-Prone Wayanad on Amma’s 71st Birthday
Amma’s 71st birthday brings hope with her vision for a peaceful and compassionate world
The gathering for Amma’s 71st birthday was held at Amritapuri Asham with smaller, simpler ceremonies this year. Amma arrived at 9 am with a graceful smile upon her face, greeting the thousands of devotees who had gathered to both express their devotion and seek her help. Amma began by leading prayers for the departed souls… Continue reading Amma’s 71st birthday brings hope with her vision for a peaceful and compassionate world
Geoscientific investigation continues in Wayanad for the risk of landslides, flash floods, and soil erosion
Key Points Amma has sent a team of scientists with Amrita University to assess areas devastated by deadly landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district. She has committed to fund the deployment of the Amrita Landslide Early Warning System there. The researchers trekked along a path from the landslides’ toe to its crown region and were able… Continue reading Geoscientific investigation continues in Wayanad for the risk of landslides, flash floods, and soil erosion
District gatherings to strengthen members of our Amrita SREE women’s Self-help Groups
In Kerala and Tamil Nadu, we completed the distribution of saris in annual meetings to support members of our Amrita SREE Self-help Groups for women. Most of them are from isolated and rural areas. They will also receive financial support through direct deposits to their bank accounts. Around 200,000 sets were given across various locations, including… Continue reading District gatherings to strengthen members of our Amrita SREE women’s Self-help Groups
Heartbeats of Hope: Uplifting the people in one of India’s most underdeveloped districts
This short documentary is a story about the power of love, care, and community in creating a brighter future for all. Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu is a district steeped in history and spirituality that attracts pilgrims and scholars alike. At the same time, in today’s modern age, many of its people grapple with real-life challenges such… Continue reading Heartbeats of Hope: Uplifting the people in one of India’s most underdeveloped districts
Amrita Hospital holds another free cardiology camp for children in Tamil Nadu
Amrita Hospital Kochi, in collaboration with Genesis Foundation and HDFC Ergo, conducted a free screening specialty camp for children with heart diseases at Amrita University, Nagercoil Campus. Doctors Brijesh, Balaji, and Balaganesh with Amrita Hospital’s Department of Pediatric Cardiology screened the children. The camp provided diagnostic evaluations for approximately 50 children, with a specific focus on addressing… Continue reading Amrita Hospital holds another free cardiology camp for children in Tamil Nadu
Amrita Hospital screens about 150 children in free paediatric cardiology camp in Tamil Nadu
Amrita Hospital, Kochi conducted a free screening camp for children with heart diseases in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. The event was conducted in collaboration with Bloom to Life, a US-based humanitarian organisation working to save the lives of children with congenital heart disease. On February 4th, specialists in paediatric cardiology provided diagnostic evaluations for approximately 150 patients.… Continue reading Amrita Hospital screens about 150 children in free paediatric cardiology camp in Tamil Nadu