Chettinad Vidyashram – a name to reckon with, in the precincts of education, has a rich and glorious inception. Conceptualized and constituted more than four decades ago, Chettinad Vidyashram is the inspirational initiative of Dr. Mrs. Meena Muthiah who endeavoured to start an institution that not only provides education but also lays emphasis on other competencies especially in the fields of art, dramatics, a plethora of other skills which are imperative for the holistic dance and development of a child. A vision that dawned with a handful of youngsters stands tall today, in the midst of conglomerates in the education industry and boasts of a swarming 9500+ students.
The objective of inception of this salubrious learning enclave was to evolve a progressive component out of every CV’ian to empower the society. Holistic individuals fortified with emotional, psychological and spiritual affluence unscathed by the defiled demands of the society, have been designed by Chettinad Vidyashram. The quest is to foster integrated intelligence in individuals who are ready to face the world and shoulder their responsibilities, once they graduate from school.
Dr. Mrs. Meena Muthiah, the Kumararani of Chettinad is a woman of diverse strengths and intelligences. Born in a prodigious family of philanthropists and educationists, she is an embodiment of humility and perseverance. Playing a dual role as the Correspondent and Senior Principal of the institution, she is an unfathomable source of tireless motivation as she instills determination in students, inspires teachers to focus on their goals and stimulates everyone to strive hard in unison.
A virtuoso in Tanjore Art, Dr. Meena Muthiah’s vision of conserving the exquisite traditional art of Tanjore Painting has been realized with the establishment of ‘The Kumara Rajah School of Arts and Crafts’ wherein the passion of art enthusiasts is honed and perfected to garner acclaimed distinctions.
Dr. Mrs. Meena Muthiah spearheads several voluntary organizations and is an integral part of many projects for the upliftment of the less fortunate. As a part of the ‘Season of Sharing’ programme, that focuses on under privileged children, she has avidly participated and promoted the involvement of children in community services. Kumara Rani Meena Muthiah Mother and Child Hospital, Kanadukathan is another selfless enterprise that focuses on the well-being of the underprivileged sections.
The accomplishments of Dr. Mrs. Meena Muthiah are living testimonies of her towering farsightedness and fierce allegiance to the field of education. She has been a proud recipient of the following commendations: