The PVP Foundation was formed in honour of Pitchaiammal Veerabadran Ponnuswamy, reflecting deep respect for parents, ancestors, and community.
The foundation grew from a simple conviction: education transforms lives. The effort began in Irumbadi, where access to higher education has long been limited. Irumbadi is a small hamlet located along the banks of Vaigai River, about 30 km from Madurai. Surrounded by natural scenery, it remains a remote area with limited educational resources, and many students face logistical challenges when pursuing higher studies.
Late Mr. Ponnuswamy, the first postgraduate from Irumbadi (M.Tech, IIT Madras), strongly believed in the power of education. Together with his brothers, the late Mr. Muthukrishnan and the late Mr. Ravi, he began encouraging village students by recognising academic achievement with small cash prizes and certificates starting in 1998.
In 2013, these efforts were formalised as the Pitchaiammal Veerabadran Ponnuswamy (PVP) Foundation. Dr. Dheenadhayalan, a Ph.D scholar in Biology from Irumbadi and currently serving as Director at AstraZeneca (USA), played a key role in registering the foundation. Mr. Muthuramanlingam, a Chemistry Professor at Kaumudi College, Tamil Nadu, provided academic and organisational support during formation.
In loving memory of our founders, whose vision and dedication laid the foundation for generations to come.
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Founding Member
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Their legacy lives on through every student encouraged, every achievement celebrated, and every future inspired.
President
Master’s Degree in Commerce.
Deputy General Manager, Private Company, Chennai.
Secretary
Master’s Degree in Commerce.
Superintendent, Tamil Nadu Police Department.
Chief Executive Officer
Master’s Degree in Commerce.
IT Head, Hinduja Leyland Group.
Treasurer
Master’s Degree in Commerce.
Manager, Tamil Nadu Government Society.
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