Chairman

Late P. K. Das – Founder Chairman, NGI

Late P. K. Das, the visionary Founder Chairman of Nehru Group of Institutions (NGI), was a towering figure in the educational landscape of South India. A true architect of academic excellence, he emerged as a pillar of leadership, whose legacy continues to shape the lives of countless students and educators. Starting with a humble vision in 1968, he founded the Nehru College of Aeronautics and Applied Sciences in Kuniyamuthur, Coimbatore—laying the foundation of what would grow into a vast educational empire. Through unwavering determination, relentless hard work, and iron will, he went on to establish 12 premier institutions across Tamil Nadu and Kerala. These include four Engineering Colleges, Arts & Science Colleges, a Pharmacy College, an Aviation Institute, three Management Institutions, and the state-of-the-art P. K. Das Institute of Medical Sciences, a super specialty hospital at Vaniyamkulam.

By the age of 29, in 1986, he had already embarked on his academic journey as a young visionary in Coimbatore. His leadership transcended administrative duties—he was instrumental in defining strategic goals, fostering academic excellence, and building a strong institutional culture based on discipline, innovation, and global standards. A relentless champion of education, he foresaw and adapted to the changing educational landscape, integrating technological advancements and aligning NGI with global benchmarks. Under his direct guidance and close supervision, each institution blossomed into a Center of Excellence—earning widespread recognition for quality, efficiency, and integrity.

His flagship institution, Nehru College of Aeronautics and Applied Sciences, stands tall as the only college in India offering such a wide array of specializations in Aeronautical Maintenance Engineering. Despite facing countless hurdles and challenges, he never faltered. He stood like a colossus in the field of Technical and Higher Education, earning accolades year after year. His steadfast dedication and visionary leadership transformed NGI into a beacon of excellence. Today, though he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through his sons—Adv. Dr. P. Krishnadas, Chairman & Managing Trustee, and Dr. P. Krishnakumar, CEO & Secretary of NGI—who have continued his mission with admirable dedication and brilliance.

He dreamt of creating a world-class University—and today, that dream stands fulfilled. With immense pride and reverence, we announce the birth of P K Das University, a tribute to his enduring legacy and a testimony to his lifelong commitment to education. It is not merely the realization of his vision but a celebration of the man known as the Bheeshmacharya of Higher Education—a title befitting his wisdom, leadership, and unshakable commitment to knowledge.

The saga of P. K. Das is not just history—it is an inspiration for generations to come.