By: Entertainment DeskNew Delhi | Updated: November 19, 2025 02:38 PM IST 3 min readAishwarya Rai and PM Narendra Modi at 100th birth anniversary of Sathya Sai Baba. (Photo: YouTube/ANI News)Believers and followers of religious leader Sathya Sai Baba celebrated his centenary birthday on November 19. To mark the occasion, a grand event took place in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, which was attended by dignitaries like PM Narendra Modi, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and actor Aishwarya Rai, among others. The actor addressed the massive crowd that gathered for the celebration and even thanked the PM for his attendance.Aishwarya said at the event, “There is only one caste, the caste of humanity. There is only one religion, the religion of love. There is only one language, the language of the heart, and there is only one God, and he is omnipresent.”She acknowledged the far and wide impact Sai Baba has had on his devotees and how she truly believes that his teachings are still with them all, years after his passing. She said, “On this historic and sacred occasion of the centenary celebrations of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, my heart is filled with deep devotion and gratitude. Though a century might have passed since his birth, his presence, principles, teachings, and compassion continue to reverberate in the hearts of millions worldwide.”ALSO READ: Parineeti Chopra-Raghav Chadha name son Neer, share its meaning and significance: ‘The form of water, the essence of love’The Guru actor then thanked the PM for coming to the event and said that she was looking forward to listening to his inspiring words. “I extend a heartfelt thank you to our Prime Minister for attending this centenary celebration. I am looking forward to listening to your wise words, impactful and inspiring as always, to enthral us this morning. Your presence here adds sanctity to this celebration and reminds us of Swami’s message. That true leadership is service, and service to man is service to God,” said Aishwarya. Aishwarya Rai addressing the crowd gathered for the celebration. (Photo: YouTube/ANI)After thanking the PM, Aishwarya continued talking about her faith and how she percieves God. “I stand here today and in all humility and honesty can say that this divine message is something I have always held deeply close to my heart. He often talked about the five essential qualities needed for a meaningful, purposeful and spiritually anchored life. Discipline, dedication, devotion, determination, and discrimination as being able to tell between right and wrong.”Sathya Sai Baba was a religious leader and philanthropist. He claimed that he was the reincarnation of Shirdi Sai Baba and left home at the age of 14. He passed away in 2011.Click here to follow Screen Digital on YouTube and stay updated with the latest from the world of cinema.© IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd