🏛️ Past Presidents

The growth and prestige of NGM College are built upon the foundation of visionary leadership. Our past presidents were not only administrators but pioneers who believed in the transformative power of education for the rural youth of Pollachi.

🌟 Shri S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder

Founder & First President

  • Legacy: Known as the benevolent founder whose initial donation and vision led to the birth of the college in 1957.

  • Contribution: He envisioned an institution that would provide quality higher education to students from agricultural backgrounds, ensuring they could compete on a global stage.

  • Impact: Under his leadership, the college established its core identity of “Parent-Child Connectivity” and discipline.

💎 Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam

President Emeritus

  • Legacy: A legendary industrialist, philanthropist, and Gandhian who elevated NGM College to a premier autonomous institution.

  • Contribution: He was instrumental in introducing modern courses, diversifying the curriculum into Science, Commerce, and Management, and fostering a deep connection between the institution and the industry.

  • Philosophy: He integrated the teachings of Saint Ramalinga Adigalar (Vallalar) and Mahatma Gandhi into the campus culture, emphasizing spiritual growth alongside academic excellence.

  • Recognition: Under his guidance, the college achieved Autonomy in 1987, a significant milestone in its history.

📜 The Evolution of Leadership

The transition of leadership at NGM College has always remained committed to the original mission: Training students to become role models in the academic arena.

  • Pioneering Infrastructure: Our past presidents focused on creating a “Temple of Learning” with state-of-the-art laboratories and the iconic library.

  • Social Commitment: They ensured that the college remained accessible to first-generation learners and the underprivileged sections of society.

  • Academic Autonomy: By securing autonomous status early on, they allowed the college to innovate in its syllabus, leading to the high NIRF rankings we celebrate today.

🙏 A Tribute to Our Foundations

“The secret of life is not to do what you like, but to like what you do.”

We honor our past presidents for their selfless service and their unwavering belief that education is the greatest tool for social change. Their portraits in our administrative gallery serve as a constant reminder of the high standards of integrity and excellence we strive to maintain.