Quick Info
| Profession | Spiritual leader |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/09/1953 |
| Age | 73 years |
| Birthplace | Alappad Panchayat in Karunagappally, Kollam District, State of Travancore-Cochin (now in Kerala), India |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Mata Amritanandamayi Devi
27/09/2026
Her 73rd birthday celebrations began at Amritapuri with Viswa Seva Day observances and the inauguration of new charitable and healthcare initiatives. Reports said Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the event, and the celebrations included the release of Amma Speaks.
24/07/2026
Mata Amritanandamayi Devi received the Janani Award 2026 from the Dr A P J Abdul Kalam International Foundation at Amritapuri Ashram. The honour recognised her humanitarian service, social transformation, and contributions to women’s empowerment.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth name | Sudhamani Idamannel |
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| Name earned | The Hugging Saint |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 162 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sudhamani started helping with chores at her aunt’s house at 15 before moving in with her uncle in Karunagapally. | |
| 2. Amritanandamayi has been embracing people for comfort since the age of 22, leading to her being known as the 'hugging saint' by her devotees. | |
| 3. The Mata Amritanandamayi Math (MAM), founded on 6 May 1981, aims for the spiritual and material upliftment of humanity. | |
| 4. Since 1998, the Mata Amritanandamayi Math has constructed over 47,000 houses for the homeless in 75 locations throughout India. | |
| 5. She is the chancellor of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a multi-campus research university. |
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