Puttaparthi, Nov. 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba as a "divine blessing" and hailed him as the embodiment of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'.

While addressing a public gathering in Puttaparthi, the Prime Minister, who earlier offered prayers at the Mahasamadhi, said being present in the revered town was both an emotional and spiritual experience.

"Being present among you all today in this sacred land is an emotional and spiritual experience for me. A short while ago, I had the opportunity to pay my respects at Sri Sathya Sai Baba's Samadhi. This birth centenary year of Shri Sathya Sai Baba is not just a celebration for our generation; it is a divine blessing," the...