Sister Bharti serves as Principal, Hindustan International School , Chennai. She has been in the Education sector for three decades now, commencing her career as a Primary school teacher and to the position of a Principal in a reputed school at Chennai – Hindustan International School. She joined Bhagawan’s school as a primary school student and graduated from the Anantpur campus post which she served Bhagawan’s school till 1996.

As a student of English, Political Science, and Philosophy, Bharti recalls with fondness the bus rides from Anantapur to Puttaparthi for celebrations, the laughter shared with friends, and the quiet strength that came from being in a space where every heartbeat resonated with Swami’s presence. “Listening to the experiences of esteemed faculty like Kiron Bala Madam and Rajeshwari Patel Madam felt heavenly,” she recalls — moments that would later become guiding stars in her personal and professional life.

Bharti believes that those formative years taught her three powerful lessons: teamwork, determination, and most importantly, faith in the Divine. “We were being prepared for a beautiful purpose,” she says, her words echoing with conviction. And indeed, her journey reflects this preparation. After serving as a primary school teacher at Sri Sathya Sai Primary School from December 1994 to June 1996, she went on to pursue higher studies — earning her B.Ed. from Annamalai University in 1996, a Master’s in English in 2001, and later, an M.Sc. in Psychology in 2015. The quest for learning never ceased.Her path even led her to international shores when she was awarded the prestigious Monbukagakusho Scholarship to study in Japan at Nagoya University (2007–2008). It was yet another affirmation that when one walks with faith, the road expands with opportunities and grace.

Bharti’s journey has always remained connected to service. Whether it was supporting the education of underprivileged children, participating in Narayana Seva, or involving her school students in acts of service through the Sathya Sai Organizations, she continues to uphold the value of selfless giving. For her, service is not an act but a way of life.

To young alumni and the graduating batch, she offers a message grounded in her deepest truth: “Believe that Swami will never leave you, come what may. His Presence and Love will always be felt. Life will always throw up challenges, the confidence to face them comes from Bhagawan’s words – MY STUDENTS ARE MY PROPERTY”