Dr. K. Karunakaran

Dr. K. Karunakaran, CEO of Hindusthan Educational Institutions, Coimbatore, is dedicated to fostering academically excellent and socially meaningful educational environments. With over 27 years of experience, he has served in various leadership roles, including as Dean at Sona College of Technology and Principal at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science. Dr. Karunakaran’s commitment to institution building and innovation is evident in his management of 11 institutions, catering to 22,000 students and 1,000 teachers. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Annamalai University and has authored numerous research publications and books. Recognized for his expertise, he has been identified and trained as a leader for academics by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Dr. Karunakaran’s philosophy, “Let’s make a beautiful world by nurturing beautiful minds,” reflects his vision for education.