In a quiet corner of Tamil Nadu, surrounded by lush greenery, chirping birds, and the smell of freshly cooked food, lived a 92-year-old woman named Lakshmi Paati. She wasn’t famous. She wasn’t educated. But she had a heart full of love and dreams that reached far beyond her little village.
Every night, before she went to bed, she would carefully place a photo of Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, under her pillow. When asked why, she would smile gently and say, “He’s like my grandson. I’m so proud of him.” To her, Sundar Pichai wasn’t just a global tech icon he was a symbol of hard work, humility, and the power of dreams.
A Grandmother’s Blessing
Whenever guests visited Vaksana Farms, the 13-acre organic farmstay she helped nurture with her family, Paati would lovingly offer her blessings in a way only she could. She would place her wrinkled hands on their heads and say,
“May you become as successful as Sundar Pichai.”
It became her signature blessing, one that people carried with smiles and laughter. Behind her simple words was a deep admiration for a man who had made India proud.
The Dream That Never Came True
One of Lakshmi Paati’s biggest wishes was to meet Sundar Pichai in person. She often said she wanted to host him at Vaksana Farms, serve him her legendary home-cooked meals, and show him how love and simplicity could be the greatest luxuries of all.
Her food was more than just a meal, it was an experience.
From traditional South Indian recipes to hearty organic dishes made with ingredients grown on her land, every bite reflected her warmth.
It’s no wonder Conde Nast Traveller once listed Vaksana Farms among India’s Best Farmstays for Food — a recognition that made Paati beam with pride. She often told her family, “If Sundar Pichai ever visits, I’ll cook for him myself. But life, as it often does, had other plans. Before that wish could come true, Paati passed away peacefully at 92.
A Wish for the World to Hear
Her family still feels her presence in every corner of Vaksana Farms — in the kitchen where she once cooked, under the trees where she used to sit, and in the hearts of those who met her.
Now, they carry forward her dream — hoping that somehow, this story reaches Sundar Pichai.
Perhaps, if he were to hear it, it would bring a smile… and maybe, somewhere beyond, Paati’s soul would finally rest in peace.
More Than a Story — A Legacy of Love
Lakshmi Paati’s story is not just about admiration for a famous person.
It’s about the power of dreams, no matter your age, background, or education.
It’s about a woman who proved that kindness, love, and curiosity can connect worlds apart.
She was an uneducated grandmother who dreamed big, who inspired everyone around her to live simply but think boundlessly. In memory of Lakshmi Paati, the uneducated grandma who dreamed big. May her story remind us that it’s never too late to dream, to love, and to believe. If this story touches your heart, please share it. Help us make Paati’s dream reach Sundar Pichai, and celebrate a grandmother whose love knew no limits.
About Vaksana Farms
Nestled in the serene countryside of Tamil Nadu, Vaksana Farms is a 13-acre organic farmstay where guests can reconnect with nature, experience sustainable living, and taste farm-fresh food made with love. From family getaways to solo retreats, every stay promises peace, authenticity, and warmth just like Paati’s heart.
Visit our site www.vaksanafarms.in , contact mrs.sujani +91 98412 82266 experience the magic, and feel the spirit of Lakshmi Paati in every meal served.
