FOUNDER
SRI.SI.PA.ADITANAR founder of AEI, was born in Kayamozhi on Sep 27, 1907. In 1934, as a Barrister, he visited Singapore to practice law and earn the investment for his journalistic career. In 1948 he commenced THE DAILY THANTHI and revolutionized the field of journalism and created a far-reaching impact on society. In the political arena too, Sri.Si.Pa.Aditanar adorned the Tamilnadu Assembly speaker post in 1967 and later in 1969 assumed charge as a Minister for Co-operation and Agriculture. He established AEI in 1962, to uplift the rural masses by providing quality higher education in Arts, Science, Physical Education, Teacher Education, Engineering, Management, Medical & Paramedical science, etc. which are usually available in urban cities. He passed away on May 24, 1981.
FOUNDER-CHAIRMAN
PADMASHRI Dr.B.SIVANTHI ADITYAN was a multifaceted personality with each facet representing the peak of achievement in different fields. He was a sportsman and sports administrator par excellence. He had been the President of the Indian Olympic Association for almost 10 years, held office in several International sports bodies. He was awarded the Olympic Order of Merit by the International Olympic Committee for his services rendered for the development of sports and education.
He was a renowned industrialist, a newspaper baron of high repute, a dedicated educationalist, and a quiet, unassuming philanthropist. He had been accorded the single honor of being appointed as the Sheriff of Madras for two consecutive terms.
He was the Director of THE DAILY THANTHI and had rendered distinguished service to the Tamil language. He made an outstanding contribution in the field of education in the state. He established temples of learning in remote and inaccessible areas of the state.
Today, thousands of young students who study in these institutions are living testimony to his commitment and dedication. In recognition of his service in the field of education, he was conferred with Honorary Doctorates by Madurai Kamaraj University, Annamalai University, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, University of Madras & Tamilnadu Physical Education and Sports University.
He was honored with the award of Padma Shri by the Central Government in 2009. PADMASHRI Dr. B. SIVANTHI ADITYAN served in the Senate and Syndicate of four Universities, namely, Madurai Kamaraj University, Annamalai University, Bharathidasan University & the University of Madras. He was also appointed as a member of the Planning Board of the Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University and Manonmaniam Sundaranar University.
International Awards:
Olympic Order of Merit by the International Olympic Committee in 1995
Gold Medal by International Volley Ball Federation for his contribution to Volley Ball in India.
Sports and Study Award by the International Olympic Committee in 1987
‘OCA Merit Award’ on 14.11.2010 by Asian Olympic Council
National Awards:
‘Shironmani’ Award in 1990
‘Vijayashree’ Award in 1990
‘Padmashri’ Award by the Government of India in 2009
CHAIRMAN
SRI. S. BALASUBRAMANIAN ADITYAN is the Chairman of Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar College of Engineering, Aditanar College of Arts & Science, Govindammal Aditanar College for Women, Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar College of Physical Education, Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar College of Education, Padma Shri Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar College of Nursing, Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar Teacher Training Institute, Sivanthi Academy & Sivanthi Matriculation School.
He serves as the Director of Daily Thanthi, Daily Thanthi Private Limited, Educational Trustee Company Pvt Limited, Metronation Chennai Television Pvt Ltd, which owns Thanthi TV, India Cabs Pvt Limited, Gay Travels Pvt Limited, Rani Weekly Pvt Ltd., Subasri Reality Pvt Limited, Sivanthi Farms Pvt Limited, Rukmani Publications Pvt Limited, Indian Newspaper Society, India Cements Limited. He is the advisor of Malar Publications Pvt Ltd which owns Maalai Malar, Evening Tamil Daily, AMN TV, Hello FM, and Rani Printers.
He served as the Executive Director of Maalai Malar in 1990 and was solely responsible for the innovations and new concepts, enhance the quality of content, Design, Layout and finally made Maalai Malar as the No.1 Eveninger in India.
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE:
I feel extremely happy to welcome you to Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar Teacher Training Institute. Our institute provides excellent educational opportunities for the student teachers at the maximum level to bring forth dedicated teachers for the development of vibrant India. We have identified and improve the teaching skills of Student Teachers to meet the challenges of modern society. To implement the innovation in education, we have the adequate infrastructure with a healthy ambiance. We have the best faculties who are fully equipped with sound knowledge, experience, and technical skills to produce quality future teachers.
I happily extend warm wishes to the teachers and future teachers for becoming a successful person in all your endeavors in life.
Sri.S.Balasubramanian Adityan
Chairman
Aditanar Educational Institution