He often referred to as the last follower of Mahatma Gandhi, lived and worked following his mentor’s life. He led a Spartan life, wearing only Khadi clothes woven in his rehabilitation centre at Anandwan, ate the fruit and vegetables grown in the farms there, and worked towards Gandhi’s vision of India, alleviating the sufferings of thousands.
From a child born with a silver spoon, he dedicated his life to serve the downtrodden people of the society. He was influenced by the words and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi and left his successful law practice to join India's struggle for independence.
Baba Amte dedicated his life to serving humanity and he moved forward with the motto ‘Work Builds; Charity Destroys’. Baba Amte formed Anandwan (Forest of Joy), to serve the people suffering from leprosy. He was also associated with other raging social and environmental issues like the Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA). For his humanitarian work, he received a number of prestigious awards including Padma Vibhushan, the Templeton Prize, the Jamnalal Bajaj Award and Ramon Magsaysay Award in 1985.
Remembering Baba Amte, the man who defined the real purpose of life!