Dr PK Mishra, IAS (Rtd)
Former Secretary to Government of India
“You have to grow from inside. None can teach you; none can make you spiritual. There is no other teacher but your own soul.” Dr Jagannath Patnaik is a glowing example of what Swami Vivekananda had said. He began his spiritual journey very early in life and dedicated himself to selfless service to humanity.
His tireless service has been widely acknowledged, both within and outside India. Great men are known for their humility and unassuming persona. Dr Jagannath Patnaik is no exception. His captivating personality makes even total strangers realise that he is exceptional.
Dr Jagannath Patnaik always convinced me that he is a man with a mission. Such commitment is possible only through total surrender to the Almighty. He looked to me totally soaked in God’s blessings. Love, kindness and compassion keep flowing from him in abundance. He keeps growing in all areas of life—mental, emotional, and spiritual and that has been the key to his success. For Dr Jagannath Patnaik, as Denis Waitley said, “Happiness cannot be travelled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed.”Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude.
I wish him success in his spiritual journey. Let his life be the medium through which God manifests His glory.