Whose name means "mother of immortal bliss” is renowned for many things. She is the symbol of universal motherhood, embodiment of pure love and even her presence heals.

Amma has personally counseled and consoled millions of people from every corner of the globe. Her personal touch, warmth, compassion and deep concern for the sorrow and burden of others leave everyone, who visits her, struck by her unique spiritual charisma.

According to her the human suffering stemmed almost fully from a lack of love and she resolved the solution, thus offering her entire life as an expression of divine love. 

But by far the best known fact about her is that she hugs people as a blessing and therapy. Hundreds wait to hug India's 'Hugging Saint In a recent interview Amma was asked why she hugs. "It is like asking a river why it flows," she said. It’s her unconditional love and bliss that flows abundantly. It is estimated Amma has held in her arms around 20 million people worldwide.