“Every calamity—be it a pandemic, natural disaster, or climate change—urges humankind to cultivate three things: Cooperation, Companionship, and Communion. We need to live in cooperation with our fellow human beings, in companionship with Nature, and in communion with God. Failure to do so—even a little—will negatively impact all aspects of our lives,” said Amma.
She was speaking to the gathering of thousands of people in Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu. The event on February 11 was the second stop of her South India Tour, which took place at Amrita University’s campus there. Amma emphasised that humanity must recognise and take responsibility for the damage done to our Earth.
“Humankind has been tormenting Mother Nature for generations. All this time, she has patiently forgiven us, continuing to pour her compassion and love upon us. But this won’t continue much longer,” Amma continued.
“We have mistaken Mother Nature’s compassion and patience for weaknesses. We have forgotten that Nature is a powerful force—just as capable of retribution as redemption. Therefore, let us learn to bow our heads in humility before Nature. Let us treat Nature with love and respect.”
Eager to see Amma and receive her blessings, many were grateful for such a clear and practical expression of how our world must move forward. Though a serious message, their faces were alight with inspiration—both from Amma’s powerful words and the simplicity of her divine presence.
Swami Chaitanyanandaji with the Vivekananda Ashram in nearby Vellimalai, Kanyakumari, joyfully welcomed Amma to the district. Swami Vivekanandaji, the legendary mystic from Bengal, was the first prominent teacher of the Hindu faith to travel to the West in 1893.
“Lord Krishna, in the Bhagavad Gita, proclaims, ‘Whenever there is a decline in Dharma, I manifest myself.’ As a testament to this statement, our Amma has descended among us to protect Sanatana Dharma (eternal values) and her service to humanity continues,” Swami Chaitanyanandaji expressed in his address.
As an outward expression of this compassion in action, Amma distributed thousands of saris to women with AmritaSREE Self-help Groups in the Kanyakumari district. The meditation and bhajans with Amma also instilled people’s hearts with love, hope, and relief.
Amma then personally embraced everyone who arrived, with her darshan finally finishing nearly 12 hours later.
“Amidst the crowds, just catching a glimpse of Amma’s darshan from a distance is strenuous for us. But she embraces everyone who comes without even a sip of water—just for us!” a local man passionately shared.
“Even now, many are still waiting in the queue. This direct experience made me feel the divinity within Amma.”
The event had begun at 6pm with the ceremonial reception by distinguished guests. In addition to Swami Chaitanyanandaji, they included Swami Nijanandaji of Chinmaya Mission, Kumaracoil; B. Karthikeyan, Principal District Judge of Nagercoil; Commodore Anilkumar from INS Kattabomman (Indian Navy); Nivedita Bhide, Vice President of Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari; and Aniruddhan Thampi, representing the Nagercoil Press Club.
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Amma’s next tour stop is February 13 & 14 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. There, she will participate in the Ashram’s annual Brahmasthanam Temple Festival.
