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Managing Trustee - Muthuram Narayanaswami

26 01 May, 2026

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Muthuram Narayanaswami is an exceptional social change maker whose life exemplifies selfless, sustained service. For over three decades — beginning as a 12-year-old volunteer in the slums of Chennai — he has dedicated himself wholeheartedly to the uplifting of the underprivileged children, families, and communities.

He is the Co-Founder and is the operational backbone of Suyam Charitable Trust (est. 1999), and Administration Director of two schools serving some of Chennai’s most vulnerable neighbourhoods. A rare combination of financial acumen, administrative leadership, and deep human compassion. Muthuram has built institutions, systems, and communities without ever seeking personal recognition. He now presents his profile for international award consideration — with a singular commitment that any prize money will be donated in full to the children and the causes he serves.

Social Activism & NGO leadership

The list of projects that I am involve in are listed below.

Suyam Charitable Trust, Co-Founder & Trustee (1999 – Present)

On 6 August 1999, Muthuram and six friends founded Suyam Charitable Trust in Chennai. He has served as its operational engine since Day 1 — managing finance, governance, donor relations, and programme delivery simultaneously, across two and a half decades. My core responsibilities are:

  • Fundraising strategy, donor management, and cultivation of long-term relationships with supporters across India and internationally

  • End-to-end financial management: daily accounts, audit finalisation, Income Tax returns, and FCRA regulatory filings

  • Proposal writing for institutional grants and external funding, tailored to diverse donor requirements

  • Administrative oversight of all programmes, projects, and correspondence for the Trust

  • Supervision of in-house accountant to ensure full accuracy and statutory compliance

Siragu Montessori School, Administration Director (2003 – Present)

Established in 2003 under the Suyam umbrella, Siragu Montessori School provides quality early-childhood education to children from underserved communities. Muthuram oversees all aspects of its governance, staffing, financial management, and regulatory compliance.

Bharathamatha Nursery & Primary School, Administration Director (2008 – Present)

In 2008, Muthuram extended his educational leadership to Bharathamatha Nursery & Primary School in Vyasarpadi — one of Chennai’s most vulnerable urban neighbourhoods. He has provided institutional stability, academic governance, and community outreach for over 17 years.

Lifelong Community Service

Muthuram’s voluntary service journey began in 1987, when — at just 12 years of age — he entered the slums of Chennai to conduct evening tuition classes for underprivileged children alongside Scout & Guide leader Dr. Uma. That formative experience seeded a life of unbroken community commitment.

  • Organised and conducted eye awareness camps, eye exhibitions, and eye donation drives across Chennai

  • Regular cultural programmes at children’s homes and welfare visits to old-age homes

  • Visited AIDS patients in government hospitals; assisted in ward cleaning and patient welfare activities

  • Led environmental campaigns: tree plantation drives and personally organised the full cleaning of a temple pond to restore its water source

  • Served thousands of children from children’s homes at community meal events

  • Active blood donor; organised multiple blood donation camps; certified First Aid holder — St. John’s Ambulance Association

  • Conducted peace rallies, public awareness campaigns, and crowd management at religious events

  • Assisted temple priests in the performance of religious rituals and annual celebrations

Professional Experience

  • Audit Assistant, Sundararajan Associates, Chartered Accountants · Chennai | April 1992 – March 1994

    • Preparation of Bank Reconciliation Statements, Bank Books, Sales Books, and Purchase Books
    • Assisted in external audits at Shriram Finance, Brakes India (Sholingar), and companies across Tamil Nadu

  • Manager, M/s. Singhi Dye Chem, Chennai, Mid 1994 – Mid 1996

    • Rose from Office Assistant to Manager; managed invoicing, vendor relations, logistics, and all office records

  • Personnel Manager, PAN HORUS Garment Pvt Ltd, Chennai, 1996 – Mid 2000

    • Maintained PF and ESI records for 600+ employees; full Labour Law and Factory Act compliance
    • Successfully processed and settled 108 Provident Fund claims; implemented Gratuity payments for long-serving staff
    • Served as Personal Secretary to the Managing Director; coordinated across all operational departments

  • Finance Executive, Hunter Douglas India (MNC), Mid 2000 – 2001

    • Architectural quotations, client and architect communications, purchase orders, and dispatch coordination

  • Finance Manager, M/s. Sulekha Overseas Pvt Ltd, Chennai, Mid 2001 – 2002

    • Built the financial and administrative infrastructure of a new partnership firm from scratch: Sales Tax, TDS, PAN registration, payroll, accounting, and banking

  • Finance Manager, M/s. Foresight Corporation, Kilpauk, Chennai, 2003 – August 2006

    • Daily accounting, financial finalisation, Income Tax audit submissions, Sales Tax and TDS compliance
    • Full multi-tasking office management: vendor coordination, partner salary accounts, field staff finance

Academic Qualifications

Qualification Institution Year
M.S.E.M. — Master of Studies in Education Management Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu 2006
M.Com — Master of Commerce Annamalai University, Chidambaram 1998
B.Com — Bachelor of Commerce Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai 1995
12th Grade (Higher Secondary) GMTTV HSSC, Chennai — 853/1200 1992
10th Grade (Secondary) GMTTV HSSC, Chennai — 394/500 1990

Language & Technical Certifications

My list of Qualifications:

  • Hindi — Madhyama (First Class, 1991), Rashtrabasha (1992), Praveshika (1998) — Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha

  • Sanskrit — Certificate holder (1992)

  • Typewriting — English Higher (1992), Tamil Higher (1994), Hindi Lower (1993)

  • Computer Productivity Course — Golden Infotech (April 1999)

Awards & Recognitions

Throughout his career, Muthuram chose to remain behind the scenes, channelling all recognition to the Trust and its collective mission. He now presents his personal record of achievement for international award consideration, with a commitment that any prize money will be donated entirely to Suyam Charitable Trust.

  • III Prize — Devaram & Thiruvasagam Reciting Competition, Chennai (1991) — Represented GMTTV School; Certificate of Merit from Elaya Idhayangal

  • Certificate of Appreciation — International Association of Lions Clubs, Lions Journey for Sight (1988)

  • 1st Prize — Tamil Training, Tamizhaga Tamilasiriyar Kazhagam (1987–88)

  • Chennai District 1st Prize — Inter-School Poetry Competition, Tamil Nadu (1990)

  • 1st Prize — Essay Competition, Manavar Mandram (1992)

  • Essay Competition Certificate — Ilakkiya Kazhagam, Tamil Division (1992)

  • Blood Donor Recognition Awards — sustained personal and community blood donation efforts

  • Multiple certificates in Karate, Guitar, and school-level cultural and academic competitions

  • First Aid Certificate — St. John’s Ambulance Association, Egmore, Chennai

Spiritual Development & Personal Interests

Muthuram’s spiritual journey — from Yoga and Reiki through the Manase Relax meditation Programme and Tai Chi to Pranic Healing — has been the anchor of his service life. He has completed all levels of Pranic Healing: Basic, Advanced, Psychotherapy, Social Realisation, Prep I & II, and Arhatic Yoga. I also like:

  • Poetry composition, devotional song writing, and teaching sloka recitation

  • Singing devotional songs at Ayyappa Poojas and bhajan sessions; daily meditation practice

  • Active engagement with children at the Trust through games, cultural activities, and mentorship

Vision & Future Direction

At 51, Muthuram brings a renewed sense of purpose and direction. His aspirations for the years ahead reflect the same restless commitment to growth and service that has defined his life:

  • Building proficiency in AI-assisted tools (including Claude.ai) for content creation and NGO productivity

  • Developing skills in digital presentation design and digital marketing to amplify Suyam’s global reach

  • Establishing himself as a Content Creator in the social entrepreneurship and education space

  • Pursuing advanced academic qualifications: M.Phil., Ph.D., and specialised management and finance programmes