Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell expressed profound gratitude for the love and support extended by followers of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Trinidad and Tobago during the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl in 2024. Speaking at the vibrant centenary celebration of Sai Baba’s 100th birth anniversary at the Centre of Excellence in Macoya on November 22, Mitchell highlighted the rapid humanitarian response led by Sai devotee and Pennywise Cosmetics CEO Dalvi Paladee, who built and furnished 27 homes in Carriacou and Petite Martinique within three days. The event, hosted by the Paladee family and Pennywise Cosmetics, brought together regional leaders, diplomats, and devotees in a powerful display of unity and service. Mitchell praised the humility and selflessness of the Sai team, emphasizing that their actions restored hope, faith, and love to the affected communities. He described humility as a “superpower” essential for leaders and societies, urging a focus on service and purpose. Dalvi Paladee, in his address, called for a collective effort to address societal issues in Trinidad and Tobago, particularly crime, by infusing acts of service with genuine spiritual love. He emphasized that the nation is a “motherland” that cannot be abandoned in times of need. The celebration featured cultural performances and video presentations showcasing Sai Baba’s global humanitarian legacy and his principles of “Love all, serve all” and “Hands that help are holier than lips that pray.” Justice Minister Devesh Maharaj, representing Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, reiterated the government’s commitment to Sai Baba’s teachings, emphasizing that politics is fundamentally about service. Local Government Minister Khadijah Ameen echoed this sentiment, describing service as the highest expression of love. Sri Sathya Sai Global Council president Terry Maharaj outlined the organization’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, including building homes, feeding the needy, and conducting medical outreach. India’s High Commissioner Dr. Pradeep Singh Rajpurohit highlighted Sai Baba’s enduring message that “the world is one family,” which continues to inspire millions globally. The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Satnarine Paladee, who honored his late parents for instilling a lifelong devotion to service.
