Quick Info
| Profession | Spiritual leader |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/09/1953 |
| Age | 72 years |
| Birthplace | Alappad Panchayat in Karunagappally, Kollam District, State of Travancore-Cochin (now in Kerala), India |
Latest News about Mata Amritanandamayi Devi
14/03/2026
Mata Amritanandamayi Devi is scheduled to visit Ayodhya for the Shri Ramayantra pratishta ceremony. This event marks a significant spiritual occasion where she will participate in the consecration rituals. Amma reflected on Sri Rama's ideals of love and dharma, hoping they inspire people worldwide.
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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. |