Mumbai, Nov 19 (NationPress) The renowned Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attended the centenary event honoring the late spiritual leader Shri Sathya Sai Baba, where she reminisced about her experiences as a participant in the Bal Vikas program supported by the Shri Sathya Sai Baba trust.

During her detailed address at the ceremony, she reflected on her connection with the guru, sharing cherished memories from her time as a Bal Vikas student. She articulated how the guru’s presence, teachings, guidance, and compassion resonate in the hearts of millions around the globe.

In her poignant speech, she stated, “I stand here today with deep humility and sincerity, affirming that this divine message has always been close to my heart and I strive to embody it in my life. Once a Bal Vikas student, always a Bal Vikas student. Bhagawan Shri Sathya Sai Baba often emphasized the five Ds—five essential qualities vital for a meaningful, purposeful, and spiritually grounded life.”

She elaborated, “Discipline is the hallmark of a true human being. Dedication is crucial; whatever you undertake, do it as an offering to God. Devotion signifies the flow of love towards God. Once the right path is chosen, never look back. Lastly, discrimination refers to discerning right from wrong, truth from untruth, which is fundamental to spiritual life. Swami once remarked, ‘Education should not just be for a living, but it is and should be for life.’”

Shri Sathya Sai Baba was celebrated for his teachings on service, compassion, unity, and for establishing educational and humanitarian institutions worldwide.

Notable figures including PM Modi, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar were also present at the centenary celebrations in Andhra Pradesh this past Wednesday.