Guided by the inspiring principles of Sree Narayana Gurudeva-"Be strong through organisation" and "Be enlightened through education"-and motivated by a deep commitment to their homeland, a group of expatriates came together to establish Vidya International Charitable Trust (VICT). Over the past 25 years, the trust has dedicated itself to selfless service, spreading the light of knowledge and opportunity.

Founded in 2000, VICT's core vision was to deliver high-quality professional education to academically talented yet economically disadvantaged students in Kerala, providing financial support to bridge the gap in access to quality education at the time. The trust’s strength lies in the fact that its trustees and office bearers associated with Vidya derive no personal benefit, ensuring that all efforts remain focused on societal impact.

Over the last quarter-century, VICT has established two engineering colleges and a training centre in Kerala, disbursed over 91 crore in scholarships to more than 6,300 economically disadvantaged students, and undertaken a wide range of social service initiatives, creating lasting benefits for students and communities alike.

In its Silver Jubilee year, VICT proudly launched the Vidya Foundation, marking a new chapter in its ongoing mission to empower students through sustainable financial support and academic excellence. Mr. Thilakan K.K.(Vice Chairman, VICT), in his address during the launch, fondly recalled the invaluable contributions of Er. K.R. Brahmadathan (Founder Executive Director, VICT), one of the key figures involved in the establishment of Vidya and Dr. D. Balakrishnan (Founder Academic Director and Honorary Advisor,VICT), a visionary educationist and trailblazer. He acknowledged how their foresight, dedication, and leadership laid the strong foundation for the trust's remarkable journey.

Vidya Foundation Launch by  Mr. Gireesh Kumar Malattiri (Chairman, VICT)

Mr. Gireesh Kumar Malattiri (Chairman, VICT) The recent session on the Vidya Foundation (VF) was a powerful reminder that our institution is building a legacy far beyond the classroom. It is incredibly motivating to see the scale of impact already achieved, with over Rs 91.54 Crores in financial assistance provided and more than 15,100 students enrolled across two engineering colleges. Knowing that thousands of peers have accessed scholarships and placement support creates a strong sense of security and demonstrates the college's unwavering commitment to ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder professional success or graduation.

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