My name is Siva Prasad, born and raised in Hindupur, just 60 miles from the Divine abode of Puttaparthi.

My Journey With Swami

Swami walked into my life through Balavikas. As a mischievous child, I was sent to Balavikas so that Amma could enjoy two peaceful hours on Sunday afternoons. What started as her small wish became the beginning of my lifelong spiritual journey.

In those classes, my gurus shared moral stores, inspirational, and filled with quiet wisdom. Without my knowledge, they planted seeds of values, devotion, and discipline that would one day shape my heart and guide my path.

When Life Tested Us

Life is not always colorful. A sudden fire accident burned down Appa’s shop and left us with nothing but faith to hold on to. During that difficult phase, the Hindupur Sai Center supported our family in every possible way, especially by helping me continue my education through 12th grade. Later, the Sai Youth of Hyderabad supported my degree under the Sri Sathya Sai Higher Education Project.

Their selfless service, love, and sacrifice watered the tiny seed within me, helping it grow into a steady plant of gratitude, purpose, and devotion. Whatever I am today is just because of Swami's Karuna and the love of a thousand mothers. Without Swami and the Sai families who supported & guided me, I am nothing.

Blessings I Never Expected

I never imagined a life in the United States. But Sai Ma lovingly gifted me a spiritual family here in Raleigh, and a wonderful wife, Devi, who walks with me and serves alongside me. This blessing is far beyond anything I ever dreamed of.

A Life Guided by Service

Swami’s message, “Service to man is service to God,” is not just a teaching to me—it is a way of life. Whenever I can, I step into service. And even when life becomes busy with responsibilities, I try to make space for it. In this Bhava Saagara, Service is the boat, and Namasmarana is the oar that helps us cross safely.

My Prayer

Till my final breath, I pray only for this “Swami give me strength and chances to serve as much I can”

every step lead me closer to thy Lotus Feet.