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Interviews – Shri. Bawa Jain

Shri. Bawa Jain, Secretary General, World Council of Religions   What is the significance of an event like this? “I think this is fantastic, that Amma is able to motivate so many people around the world. I think what is … Continue reading

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Melodious on Sitar by Debu Chauderi

Good Morning, Amma! The day starts as any in all lands on this planet. The sun starts its climb upwards into the sky from the eastern horizon, interrupting the sleepy world. A certain rhythm, an energetic of morning is felt … Continue reading

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Interviews – Ms. Linda Evans

Ms. Linda Evans, the famous American actress best known for her role on TV’s Dynasty, participated in two Amritavarsham50 events. She spoke as part of the Women’s Initiative, “Embracing Universal Motherhood for Peace & Harmony,” and inaugurated the Celebration’s myriad … Continue reading

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Interviews – Dr. K.S. Fathima Beevi

Dr. K.S. Fathima Beevi, who spoke on “Empowering Women Through Universal Motherhood” during Amritavarsham50‘s Women’s Initiative, is a lecturer at Government College, Tripunithura, Kerala and Syndicate Member of Mahatma Gandhi University. Although she is a Muslim, Her work writings on … Continue reading

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Interviews – Carvajales

Interview with Carvajales, Flamenco Ensemble from Spain Carvajales, a Flamenco group, came all the way from Granada, Spain to perform at the Amritavarsham50 Celebrations. Flamenco is a style of Spanish guitar and percussion music performed with a lone female dancer. … Continue reading

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Amma’s One World Flower

A Personal Account of Jala Mahasangamam 26 September 2003 It was only with the commencement of the Jala Mahasangamam that most people realised that, indeed, the world had come to celebrate Amma’s 50th birthday. The procession for peace involved representatives … Continue reading

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Youth Summit – Programme Schedule

The Future Generation Embracing Selfless Service for Peace & Harmony On 26 September 2003, Amritavarsham50 held its Youth Summit. Bringing together youth from around the world to speak about the impact Amma has had on their lives. Later in the … Continue reading

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President Kalam’s Address to the Youth

Indian President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Tells 100,000 Youth to Dare to Dream In the divine presence of Amma, His Excellency the President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, addressed 100,000 young people from around the world. 26 September 2003 … Continue reading

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CEO and Business Leaders Summit

The Main Summit 26 September 2003 Everyone rose as Amma walked into the CEO Summit room with President Kalam. Amma and the President had just come from discussing the proceedings of the previous day’s pre-summit. Amma bowed to the CEOs … Continue reading

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CEO Summit – Resolutions

Summit Resolutions & Initiatives 26 September 2003 Following the President’s talk, a 2020 Leadership Institute was launched by Amma and the President, together with two dignitaries: Shri. S.P. Hinduja (Hinduja Group), and Shri. Gururaj Deshpande (Sycamore Networks). Subsequently, five Summit … Continue reading

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