Platform Brings Together Education Leaders, Innovators and Social Contributors
The KG Awards – Edupreneurship Excellence Awards 2025 (Chennai Chapter) marked a historic beginning for a statewide initiative aimed at recognising educational innovation and entrepreneurship. The prestigious event, organised by AYYAA Foundations, was held on November 18, 2025 at the Chettinad Rani Seetha Auditorium in Chennai, bringing together hundreds of participants from across Tamil Nadu.
The ceremony served as a powerful platform for recognising educational entrepreneurs who are making significant contributions to skill development, youth empowerment, and the advancement of innovative learning practices. The event attracted a diverse audience including educators, entrepreneurs, social activists, women leaders, startup founders, and experts from the education sector.
AYYAA Foundations has been actively involved in initiatives that strengthen educational development and social progress across Tamil Nadu. Through programs like the KG Awards, the organisation seeks to create a platform that celebrates achievements and encourages institutions to adopt progressive approaches to education.
The Chennai Chapter 2025 became a remarkable gathering that highlighted the importance of collaboration between education, industry, and social organisations. Every moment of the event reflected the vision of building a stronger educational ecosystem that empowers the younger generation.
The ceremony was honoured by the presence of several distinguished personalities who contributed to the prestige of the event. Among the key dignitaries were Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, Former Governor of Telangana and Puducherry, Former Justice Dr. K. Venkatesan, Former Chief Commissioner of Income Tax V. Mahalingam, IRS, and Dr. S. Sampath, Editor and Publisher of Thozhil Vazhikatti Monthly Magazine.
The inspiring speeches delivered by these leaders emphasised the importance of education as a catalyst for social transformation. They highlighted the need for institutions to focus on developing students’ skills and preparing them for future opportunities. Their messages about dedication, innovation, and responsibility created a powerful sense of motivation among participants.
The event also demonstrated the strength of collaboration among organisations committed to promoting education and entrepreneurship. Institutions such as AYYAA Foundations, Kalsun Groups, News7 TV, Hello MassMedia, Kalvi Times, Career Guide, and F.T.D.F. worked together to make the event a success.
Through this collaboration, the KG Awards platform was able to showcase the achievements of edupreneurs who are contributing to the progress of Tamil Nadu. The recognition of these individuals and institutions highlighted the importance of supporting initiatives that empower students and encourage innovation.
The KG Awards initiative was conceptualised by Dr. S. Praveen, Founder and Chairman of Kalsun Groups, KG Guidance and KG Awards, who has more than 17 years of experience in business, education, and consultancy. His vision for the KG Awards is to create a global platform that showcases the achievements of Tamil Nadu’s educational community.
Dr. Praveen emphasised that the long-term vision of the initiative is to ensure that graduates become multi-skilled professionals capable of securing employment within 30 days of completing their education. This vision reflects the growing importance of employment-focused education and industry collaboration.
The success of the Chennai Chapter event was also made possible through the dedication of the organisational team. Chief Advisor Dr. Hari Prasad Dharmasivam, General Manager Radhika Prabhakaran, Deputy General Manager Jayakumar, Senior Managers Darshini and Mohammed Jaffer, Coordinator Siva, and the entire team played an important role in planning and executing the program.
Beyond recognising achievements, the KG Awards program also created opportunities for networking and collaboration among educational entrepreneurs. The event helped establish new partnerships and provided valuable insights for startups and institutions seeking to expand their initiatives.
The Chennai Chapter 2025 event also provided new guidance for women entrepreneurs and young innovators, encouraging them to explore opportunities in education and business. The program highlighted the importance of supporting emerging leaders who are working toward the development of society.
The success of the event marked the beginning of a larger journey for the KG Awards initiative. The program aims to expand to multiple cities across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, creating opportunities to recognise innovators and promote skill-based education throughout the region.
Through its commitment to education, innovation, and community development, AYYAA Foundations continues to play a key role in supporting initiatives that empower the next generation and contribute to the progress of Tamil Nadu.
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