Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: A Visionary Educationist, Social Worker, Entrepreneur, and Public Servant

Founder-Chancellor, AMET University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Founder-Chairman, Sarasvati Institute of Medical Sciences, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh
Founder-Chairman, New Era Association of Educated Self Employed Youth (NAESEY)

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: Brief background

Dr. J. Ramachandran, was born in a traditionally valuable family from a village called Vazhuthavur in Villupuram District of Tamil Nadu India. His father Mr. Janakiraman, a socially connected school teacher and his mother Mrs. Saraswathi, a social worker, have raised Dr Ramachandran with traditional values and wisdom.

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: The Educationist

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran has made significant contributions to the field of education in India. In 1993, he established the Academy of Maritime Education and Training (AMET), the first private maritime educational institute in India, in collaboration with prestigious UK institutions like Glasgow College of Nautical Studies and South Tyneside College. Under his visionary leadership, AMET has grown into a global knowledge hub for maritime education, producing over 22,000 maritime professionals and has achieved following credentials.

• First Maritime University of India
• Membership in the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU)
• Third Rank among World Maritime Universities in PIMET Ranking by IAMU
• ISO 9001:2015 Certification by Det Norske Veritas, Norway
• Recognized by Ministry of Education, Ministry of Shipping, Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), University Grants Commission (UGC), and AICTE
• Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Government of India
• Accredited by NAAC and ranked in NIRF and ARIIA
• A1 Outstanding Grade from DGS, Government of India for five consecutive years
• Awards and Recognitions:
  • Maritime Excellence Achievers Award 2023
  • Lifetime Achievement Award 2017
  • Sailor Today Award, Lloyd's List Middle East and Indian Subcontinent Awards 2013
  • Times of India Edupreneur Award 2012
  • India Shipping Summit Award 2012
  • Emerging Maritime University of the Year 2012
  • Gateway Awards of Excellence 2012
  • CEO Conclave Award 2010
  • Award of Excellence by the National Maritime Day Committee, Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India 2008
  • Best Training Award (Lloyd’s List 2007)

In 2008, Dr. Ramachandran founded the Saraswati Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh. SIMS, approved by the Medical Council of India, has over 550 students pursuing MBBS, 120 interns, and 29 PG seats. The institution is attached to an 800-bedded hospital providing exceptional medical services, recognized as the 'Best Medical College in Delhi-NCR' by Brands Academy in 2012.

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: The Entrepreneur

Dr. Ramachandran is a successful entrepreneur, having established several ventures across various industries:

• Academy of Maritime Education and Training (AMET) – 1993
• Saraswati Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) – 2008
• Rajesh Motors – 1980s
• Orchids India Limited – 1995
• Ganga Marines and Agro Industries Private Limited – 1990
• Amet Shipping India Private Limited – 2008
• Indo Shrimps and Seeds Limited – 2010
• AMET Energy India Limited – 2010

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: The Social Worker

Dr. Ramachandran is deeply committed to social service, particularly through the New Era Association of Educated Self Employed Youth (NAESEY), which he founded in 1976. NAESEY focuses on creating self-employment opportunities for youth through free industrial and technical training programs. The organization has benefited over 200,000 youths, with many now self-employed or employed in various companies.

NAESEY Initiatives:

• Free self-employment training in various fields
• Free industrial training in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh
• Frequent job fairs resulting in over 40,000 job placements
• Recognition by York St. John University, UK, and the US Information Service

Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran: The Public Servant and Politician

Dr. Ramachandran has played an active role in politics, serving as Treasurer and now Vice President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee. His contributions include:

• Skill Development Programme for 5000 youths
• Education Scholarships and financial support to children of Congressmen
• Distribution of relief materials and support during crises
• Organizing job fairs and rural industrial programs
• Substantial personal financial contributions to various causes and party events