My Guru

Dr.Kumar Annavarapu-A Faith-driven and focused motivator

Dr.Kumar PVHN Annavarapu from Hyderabad,India.is in Atlanta for a few months to promote his deeply researched books on India’s much revered saint,Sadguru Sri Sai Baba of Shirdi. He is a renowned and prolific long standing journalist,author,and Editor ,research scholar, a sought- after speaker and an ardent devotee of India’s spiritual icon Shirdi Sai Baba.

Humble and self-effacing, 42 year old Dr.Kumar has an enviable and blazing academic and professional track record- an M.A.(History);M.A.(Sociology);M.Philosophy;Ph.D in Journalism,BL(Law).,and P.G.Diploma in Public Relations. Multi-linguist Dr.Kumar is fluent in English, Hindi,Telugu and Sanskrit and has travelled widely to all the countries of European Union ,Singapore, Malaysia, and parts of USA; and is the recipient of prestigious Awards and Honors.

He has edited over 30 books, written over 800 articles and essays on education related subjects,leadership,health topics, current affairs etc. The prolific author has already published 30 books on personality development and empowerment topics ranging from Life Enlightenment, Lifetime Success, and Lessons to Success,contentment;various competitive examinations Guidance books as well as Shirdi Sai Books- a planned series of 108 books. The unique project was implemented in 2008 with Sai Balasiksha(for children) Saisudha Amrutham(Nectar of Teachings)Sai Vikasa Tarangini(Rhythms of Teachings)and Shirdi Sai Album, to name a few. Sai Vikasa Tarangini, in English, is aimed for regular and easy recitation by children and adults alike. The book, in attractive color print has 365 episodes of Sri Sai’s profound teachings and core values which can lead a devotee to self-realization.

The Lord Shirdi Sai Album by Dr.Kumar and Rajeswari Annavarapu is a sumptuous 19x13”, and 206 pages Album with breathtaking photographs of majestic marble deity of Lord Shirdi Sai Baba,crowned and garlanded and sitting on an ornate golden seat in a calm, blissful repose, with a gentle smile on his lips and love radiating all around from his entire being. The first edition of this captivating album, in both Telugu and English(P.N.S.Datta Sarma)has been published by Vidya Graphics Pvt.ltd in October 2010.The album has wealth of information and nuggets of Sri Sai Baba’s time-tested wisdom. It has information on Shirdi village-a place of faith, where Sri Sai Baba lived and delivered his universal slogan of “Shradda Saboori”(Faith,Patience);and Saibaba Samadhi Temple, prior to installation of the idol of Sri Sai Baba;rare historic pictures of Shirdi village during Sai Baba’s time, the neem tree under which he sat and prayed; and also pictures of Sai Baba’s personal belongings. All this makes it a worthy album to acquire and treasure. It would also make a priceless gift.

Here is one of thetender, touching and reassuring sayings of Sai Baba: “Connect my vision to your eyes, Embrace your mind with my heart, Combine your voice with mine, Then my name you recite is heard as your heart beat, The prayer begins in two voices, ends in one, The beating of two hearts responds in the same way, The feeling of ‘you’ and ‘I’ is destroyed and ‘We’ are united.”

In his laudatory remarks, one of Atlanta’s well –known and respected and multi-talented, Dr.P.V.Rao of Emory University said, “His educational background, leadership qualities and desire to serve the fellow citizens are an asset to any society. As a journalist, as an author, as an expert in the area of youth education. He has contributed immensely. A quick look at his resume convinces any one that here is an extraordinary man seeking to contribute to the welfare of the community. His dedication to the goals he set for himself, along with his spiritual and educational qualifications, would encourage any community to offer him warm welcome . He is a goal setter and hard worker. “ Currently he is residing in Cumming, Georgia, with his wife Rajeswari, son Sai Sameer and daughter Sai Vidya ,but intends to return to India after a few months. He is founder, publisher and Chief Editor of ‘Vidya’ a fortnightly magazine in Telugu, on education, employment and success. Mrs. Rajeswari, 33,,M.A.(Linguistics) is the Executive Editor. They have been publishing ‘Vidya ’magazine for the past 16 years. The magazine commands a great circulation among the youth, Colleges and Universities.