Kumaraguru Institutions cherished the memory of its founder Dr.N.Mahalingam on his annual Remembrance Day. Fondly called ‘Arutchelvar’, it must be noted that this famous Gandhian’s Remembrance Day coincides with the 151st Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Kumaraguru Institutions announced that it has slated week long activities and events from 02 October to 09 October 2020 as a tribute to both men of eminence.
Mahatma Gandhi Merit Scholarship
The signature event of Anantha Jyothi (hosted on the virtual mode this year) is the distribution of Mahatma Gandhi Merit Scholarship to the deserving 1146 students to a tune of Rupees 1.146 crores.
The scholarship winners include meritorious students from Kumaraguru College of Technology, KCT Business School, Kumaraguru Institute of Agriculture and Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science.
As part of Anantha Jyothi Week, the graduating students, who have showcased qualities of initiating, exploring and creative approach in various verticals that include academics, sports, arts and social service are recognized by bestowing them with the Achievers’ Award on 09 October 2020 in the virtual mode.
Massive support to Tamil Literature
On Friday, the virtual launch of N.Mahalingam Tamil Research Grant Scheme was also held. It is launched by N Mahalingam Tamil Research Centre (NMTRC), a wing of Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS), situated at Kumaraguru campus.
The N.Mahalingam Tamil Research Grant scheme is purported for facilitating the Tamil enthusiasts, students, scholars, researchers, etc. to explore in their respective fields of interest and to bring fulfilment of their aspirations and present imperative outputs to Tamil, its culture and attributes.
The Grant shall be Rs.10 Lakhs for a tenure of year, which shall be given on the basis of various subjects, reach, quality, sequels and considerations. Interested enthusiasts, scholars, students, researchers can get information in the website.