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M. Mohan Alva | |
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| Born | 31 May 1952 Mijar, Moodbidri, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India |
| Occupation | Educationist, Philanthropist, Cultural Patron |
| Known for | Founder of Alva's Education Foundation[1][2] |
M. Mohan Alva (born 31 May 1952) is an Indian educationist, philanthropist and cultural organizer from Moodbidri, Karnataka. He is the founder of the Alva's Education Foundation (AEF), a group of educational, health and cultural institutions in coastal Karnataka.[3][4][5]
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Mohan Alva was born in a rural family in Mijar near Moodbidri, Karnataka. He completed primary schooling locally and later obtained a degree in Ayurveda from S D M College of Ayurveḑa, Udupi.[6]
Career[edit | edit source]
After graduation in Ayurveda, Alva began practicing Ayurveda and later established a pharmacy and small hospital. In 1995, he founded the Alva's Education Foundation with the aim of providing value-based education. And foundation manages schools, pre-university colleges, degree colleges, professional institutions and cultural centres.
Institutions[edit | edit source]
The foundation runs several academic and cultural units, including:
- Alva’s Pre-University College
- Alva’s College of Arts, Commerce and Science
- Alva’s Nursing, Ayurveda and Paramedical institutions
- Alva’s Institute of Engineering and Technology (AIET)
Cultural initiatives[edit | edit source]
Alva is the organizer of major cultural events in Karnataka such as:
These programmes promote classical arts, literature, heritage, and intercultural dialogue. Thousands of artists and scholars from India and abroad participate annually.[10]
Awards[edit | edit source]
Mohan Alva has received several honours for contributions to education, cultural promotion and community service, including:
- Dr Kota Shivarama Karantha Huttuura Prashasthi[11]
- Nominated as C.C.I.M. Member for 5 years (2007–2011) by Central Council for Indian Medicine, New Delhi[12]
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "About – Alva's Education Foundation".
- ↑ Bureau, The Hindu (6 July 2024). "UGC accords autonomous status to Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology, says Mohan Alva". The Hindu.
{{cite news}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ↑ "Top Ranked Best PU College, Moodbidri,Mangalore,Karnataka". 7 July 2023.
- ↑ Bureau, The Hindu (23 June 2025). "Two-day free job fair at Alva's College in Moodbidri from August 1". The Hindu.
{{cite news}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ↑ Bharat, E. T. V. (6 November 2023). "Man develops forest of medicinal plants in memory of his late wife in Karnataka". ETV Bharat News.
- ↑ KnowYourStar.com, Team. "Dr. Mohan Alva".
- ↑ "Top Ranked PU College for Science , Commerce , Arts with Hostel". 16 May 2021.
- ↑ "Alva's Nudisiri-Virasat postponed". Deccan Herald.
- ↑ Bureau, The Hindu (26 March 2024). "Alva's Nudisiri to witness serious literary discussions on Kannada from this year: Mohan Alva". The Hindu.
{{cite news}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ↑ "About Alva's Education Foundation | Alva's Education Trust".
- ↑ "Karanth award for Mohan Alva". coastaldigest.com - The Trusted News Portal of India.
- ↑ "Dr. Mohan Alva - Mangalorean Star - Mangalorean.com". Mangalorean.com. 1 June 2009. Archived from the original on 2019-06-21.