Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese
Director & CEO
Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese is the Director & CEO of Hindustan Group of Institutions based in Chennai. He obtained his graduation in B.S. Engineering Management from the American International University, London in the year 1993. In the subsequent year he pursued his M.B.A. at Huron University, London. Recognizing his contribution to research & development he was conferred Honorary Doctorate by the world-renowned Dongguk University, Seoul, South Korea in 2011.
Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese is actively involved in the overall administration and development activities of the Hindustan Group of Institutions for over 24 years. Presently, the Hindustan Group comprises of:
- Hindustan Institute of Engineering Technology (Polytechnic & Aviation Colleges)
- Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (Deemed University)
- KCG College of Technology
- Hindustan College of Arts & Science
- Orient Flights Aviation Academy
- Hindustan International Schools (CIE & CBSE)
- Hindustan First Grade College, Mysuru.
Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese formally took over the reins of Hindustan Group of Institutions after the sudden demise of his father in 2006. Along with the guidance of his mother, he entered the management of the Group of Institutions. It was during his management that the Hindustan College of Engineering was granted University status by the Government of India in the year 2008. He has since steered the Hindustan Group and has expanded the educational Institutions to provide technical training & education not only to aspiring graduates in higher education but also by providing primary education by establishing three international schools in Chennai.
His main aim has been towards developing significant international alliances for academic and technical collaboration for the benefit of student community. With specific thrust towards enabling research and innovation he has been instrumental in forging several significant collaboration agreements with reputed research led educational institutions all over the world to provide global exposure and learning opportunities to students. With the motto of 'Transforming pedagogies and technology', his views reflect the need for every student to be updated with world trends as a window to success.
HONOURS & AWARDS
- Received "Trailblazer" of Tamil Nadu Award from Times Media Group.
- Received the "Edupreneur Award" from the Times Group for his Exemplary Commitment and impactful positive contribution to education in Tamil Nadu 2013.
- Received the "Spice Award" for Best School for Overall development during the 3rd National Convention on education of Auuro Educational Services, from His Excellency The Governor of Tamilnadu Dr. K. Rosaiah along with the Hon'ble Consul General of Japan Mr. Seiji Baba in Feb 2016.
- Received the "Aviation Edupreneur" Award, during the National Science Day Celebration at Russian Centre of Culture & Science.
- "IET Ratna Award", the highest award from IET, Chennai local network, for his commendable contributions in the field of Engineering Education.
- Received the Chennai International Youth Fest Excellence Award from Youth Development Consortium for striving continuously to build the youth empowerment.
- Received the MGR Ratna Award for eminent people who have contributed to the vision of Dr. MG Ramachandran