Announcements
Presidential Awards 26 Jan 25
26-01-2025,
Dear Alumni,
Here is the full list OBs awarded Presidential awards on 26 Jan 25. Congratulations to each one of them!
PVSM
Air Mshl B Saju AVSM, VM (1227/82)
Air Mshl B Manikantan AVSM, VM (1386/83)
AVSM
Lt Gen Vijay B Nair SM (1563/85)
SM (Devotion to Duty)
Brig AY Rajan (1782/87)
Departed Souls
25-01-2024, Padmaraj TR
OBs are requested to update about details of their departed batchmates for updating the same in website
mail at bulldo2298@gmail.com
Obituary List Update from 12 Dec 22 to 23 Jun 24
23-06-2024,
Ashfaq (5562/21) on 04-May-24
Mrs. Somaiah w/o first principal on 26-Feb-24
Mrs Sarojini Amma, ex-matron 20-02-2024
Binoy E Jacob 49/66 on 24-01-2024
Harikrishnan (1577/86) on 14-10-2023
Ranjit Sadasivan (12/65) on 23-09-2023
Jojo Tharappel (1295/82) on 18-08-2023
KS Rajan (39/65) on 30-04-2023
Col Bijay Singh (266/69) on 28-03-2023
Sujay Misra 1753/87 on 29 Jan 23
Sanal Kumar (588/74) on 17 Jan 23
Sony Mathew (170/68) on 19 Jan 23
Joselal Pradeep (120/68) on 15 dec 22
List of Presidential Awardees 26 Jan 24
25-01-2024,
List of Presidential Awardees
PVSM
1055/81 Lt Gen M Unnikrishnan Nair AVSM, SM
1130/81 Air Marshal R Radhish AVSM VM
1168/82 Lt Gen JP Mathews UYSM,AVSM,VSM
AVSM
1569/85 Maj Gen Vinod T Mathew YSM
VSM
2444/94 Col Arun K
Mention-in-Dispatches
4610/13 Maj Rajat Sharma
Obituary 120/68 Joselal Pradeep
16-12-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to inform the passing away of Joselal Pradeep 120/68 on 15 Dec 22.
He was residing in Philadelphia, USA.
Heartfelt condolences to the bevered family......
S/Lt Manoj Kumar 5221 gets CNS Silver medal for standing 2nd in overall order of merit
29-11-2022,
S/Lt Manoj Kumar (R No-5221/2018/School Cadet Adjutant) passed out from INA Ezhimala today with winning the coveted CNS Silver medal for standing 2nd in overall order of merit.
Yet another proud moment for the school fraternity.
S/Lt Manoj later visited SSKZM and gave a motivational talk to the cadets.
Obituary: KK Vishwanathan Sir
25-10-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to inform the demise of KK Vishwanathan Sir (KKV) yesterday at TVPM. He was residing at KZM with his second son and was bed ridden for a while. He was once adjudged 'BEST TEACHER' in 1992.
RIP, sir
Obituary: Agin S Dileep 5104/17
21-09-2022,
With a very heavy heart, Kazak fraternity regrets to inform the passing away of Agin S Dileep (5104/17) on 20 Sep 22. The boy was a Engineering Student in a college at Jalundhar, Punjab. He hails from Cherthala.
RIP dear friend
Promotions: Cmde AR Sadiq NM (1786/87)
08-09-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Cmde AR Sadiq NM (1786/87) cleared for the rank of Rear Admiral.
Hearty Congratulations sir and the batch of '87!
Demise of Amarnath Raja (567/74)
06-09-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to announce the demise of Amarnath Raja (567/74) yesterday at around 1800 hours. He was co-founder of InApp Co based at Technopark, Trivandrum {Co-founder and CEO of Inapp- a CMMI Level 3 software services company based out of Palo Alto, California, USA with East coast offices located at Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Formerly with IBM, Japan}
He had assisted many of our junior alumni in shaping their career in IT field.
RIP sir.
Demise of Brig NP Krishnakumar, VSM (Retd) 168/66
04-09-2022,
Sad to inform the demise of Brig NP Krishnakumar, VSM (Retd) (168/66) on 03 Sep 22.
He is from the 36th NDA course and rep School in Football and Athletics. He took part in the Indo-Pak war for liberation of Bangladesh -71. He was awarded VSM by the President of India and also recipient of COAS Commendation.
RIP, Sir
Obituary Brig MN Sajan 1651/86
28-08-2022,
Dear alumni,
It is with deep sadness we inform the passing away of Brig MN Sajan (1651/86) on 17 Aug 22. He was an active member of OBA.
He was stationed at Kottayam as Gp cdr (NCC).
RIP Sir
Obituary - Demise of Capt (IN) Iwan K Joseph (683/76) Retd
06-08-2022,
Dear Alumni,
It is with deepest sadness we announce the demise of Capt (IN) Iwan K Joseph (683/76) Retd on 19 Jul 22. He was settled in the US post retirement from the Indian Navy. At school, he excelled in sport especially in boxing.
Heartfelt condolences to the family. And RIP sir
Message posted by Col Sajjad (Retd), President OBA annexed below.
Dear Kazhaks,
It is with shock and dismay that I write this letter as we have lost two of our distinguished members within a week of each other. Lt Cdr EJ Mathews of the 1980 Batch passed away alone in his house last week and today we lost Capt Iwan K Joseph of the 1976 Batch.
Roll No 1053, Lt Cdr EJ Mathews, a member of the School Basket Ball Team was an Anti-Submarine Warfare expert and ADC to the Governor of Goa, Daman, Diu and Nagar Haveli before he took premature retirement in 2005. He was popular among his batch mates and had even attended the 50th Anniversary of their joining Sainik School on 04 Jul 2022, just a few days before he lost his life. It is sad that he left us so early and was all alone when he died.
Roll No 683 Capt Iwan K Joseph of the 1976 Batch was an excellent sportsman while in school and was known to seniors like us because of his achievements in games and sports. He was the School Adjutant besides being the best Sportsman of his Batch and best in Boxing. So when he joined Hunter Squadron in NDA I was extremely happy to have him as I was then the Games Captain of the Squadron. He had a promising career in the Navy but left it to migrate to USA. Many of us were not aware of his illness and it came as a shock when the news of his demise reached us.
The loss of two of our worthy members is indeed a sad occasion for all of us. On behalf of the OBA and on my own behalf I offer my deepest condolences to the near and dear ones including batch mates and friends
With a heavy heart
Yours sincerely,
M Sajjad/574/1974
President SSKZMOBA
Obituary - Demise of P Bhadran 738/ 76
06-08-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to announce the demise of Sri P Bhadran [ 738/76] on 31 Jul 22. He was a retired Electrical Engineer with Govt of Kerala.
Heartfelt Condolences to the family.
RIP Sir
Promotions - Army and Navy
06-08-2022,
Dear Alumni,
We have the following three alumni who have cleared for their next rank
2177/91 Col Ranjith John to the rank of Brigadier
3124/00 Cdr Binoop CG to the rank of Captain (IN)
3207/00 Cdr VK Pandey to the rank of Captain (IN)
3283/01 Lt Col Manu Joseph to the rank of Colonel
Congratulations!
Promotions - AVM B Manikantan AVSM VM (1386/83)
06-08-2022,
Dear Alumni,
AVM B Manikantan AVSM VM (1386/83) cleared for the rank of Air Marshal.
Hearty Congratulations sir and the batch of '83!
Demise of Lt Cdr EJ Mathews (Retd) 1053/80
11-07-2022,
Dear Alumni
It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that alumni fraternity share the most painful news of the passing away of Lt Cdr EJ Mathews 1053/80 due to cardiac arrest today. He was a retired naval officer
Obituary 389/70, Venukumar
16-06-2022,
Good morning friends.
OBA LTA and Yearly Award List
13-06-2022,
Dear Kazaks,
It is a matter of great honour for me to announce the winners of the two awards instituted by the OBA for achievers among us for the year 2021-22. I wish to convey my heartiest congratulations to the winners. May your contributions to society and to our fraternity as well as your personal achievements serve as guiding beacons for everyone, particularly the cadets of our alma mater. I also want to thank the subcommittee that did sterling work in examining all the nominations received. My thanks also to the excellent response from batches with nominations.
Late PC Satish Chandran Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award.
1. Roll No 734, Lt. Gen. Cherish Mathson of 1976 Batch
2. Roll No 693, Mr. KB Jinan of 1976 Batch
Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Memorial Achiever of the Year Award
1. Roll No 1285 Mr. Sajeev Bhaskaran of 1982 Batch
2. Roll No 1453 Dr. PK Joseph of 1983 Batch
3. Roll No 4189 Maj. Balamohan of 2006 Batch
4. Roll No 4446 Maj. Rohit P Nair of 2011 Batch
Heartiest congratulations to the winners once again,
With the warmest regards
Commander Sam T Samuel (Retd)
President, OBA SSKZM
Obituary 2280/93 Shaiju Peter
10-06-2022,
Sad to inform the passing away of Shaiju Peter 2280/93 on 7 Jun 22 in the US. He was ailing for a long period.
OBA Reunion on 18 Jun 22
05-06-2022,
Dear Kazaks,
As you aware our OBA Meeting is scheduled for 18th of June (Saturday). Please find below a google sheet to be shared widely among all groups and batches. Requesting everyone to spare less than a minute of your time to fill in and submit this form.
https://forms.gle/PsSmhKJFbbj7b6uVA
Warm regards,
Kamal Sankar
Joint Secretary- OBA
AGBM on 18 Jun 22
29-05-2022,
Notice for Annual General Body Meeting of the Old Boys Association, SSKZM
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Body Meeting for the year 2022 of the Old Boys Association, Sainik School, Kazhakootam will be held at 10:30 HRS on Saturday, the 18th, June 2022 at Sainik School Kazhakootam.
- To read the Notice convening the Meeting
- To read and adopt the minutes of the previous Annual General Body Meeting Held on 19 December 2021
- To Adopt the Annual Report of the Managing Committee, the Audited Balance Sheet and Income & Expenditure Accounts for the period ended 31st March 2022.
- To Appoint Auditors for the ensuing year 2022-23
- To conduct the Elections for Executive Committee and appoint Office Bearers for the year.
- To finalize the dates of next reunion and AGBM in 2023
- Any other matter with the permission of the Chair
By order of the Managing Committee
Kamal Sankar, Joint Secretary
Obituary KC George (214/65)
04-05-2022,
Sad to announce the demise of KC George (214/65), on monday, 02 May 22. He was suffering from Cardiac and pulmonary problems. This was informed by his friend Sheela George,who has been caring for him for the last two years.
We pray his soul may Rest in Peace.
Nominations for AOY and LTA - Message from Jt Sec, OBA
18-04-2022,
Dear Kazaks,
Nominations are requested for the award of PC SATISH CHANDRAN MEMORIAL
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDs & FG OFFR MP ANIL KUMAR MEMORIAL ACHIEVER
OF THE YEAR AWARDS for the YEAR 2022.
I am attaching the SOP for the same as a guide to making nominations. It is requested that the nominations be kindly sent in by
the respective batch representatives before 30 APRIL 2022, to the OBA at mail ID - kamalsankar3470@gmail.com, and nominations may also be copied to the following ids: vipinachandran.k@gmail.com , sajjad574@hotmail.com , sonimail@gmail.com , bulldo2298@gmail.com
It is also requested that this message be given wide publicity among our alumni. Kindly share this info with as many email/ WhatsApp groups too.
Thanking you,
With the warmest regards,
---
Kamal Sankar
3470/2000
JOINT SECRETARY - OBA SSKZM
Mob: +91 97452 12322
Promotions - Amy (to the rank of Lt Gen)
18-04-2022,
Dear Alumni,
Maj Gen Vijay B Nair, SM (1563/85) has been cleared for Lt Gen ...congratulations sir!
OBITUARY Joseph Abraham 234/68
18-04-2022,
Joseph Abraham 234/68 passed away on 14 Apr 22 due to prolonged illness.
He was diagnosed with cancer some time back and was bravely fighting off the disease ever since.
May his soul rest in eternal peace!!
He was in Shivaji House during the period of 1966 & 67, before the students accommodation was rearranged on class- basis. Joseph Abraham was a fitness freak and he was Mr. Kottayam (body building) and was the pole vault champion at school.
He was also producer of epic movies 'Yathra and Olangal'. Producer of the film 'Yatra' that won Kerala State Film Award for Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value.
Presidential Awards - 25 Jan 22
25-01-2022,
Uttam Yudh Seva Medal (UYSM)
Lt Gen Johnson P Mathew AVSM, VSM (1168/82)
Ati Vishisht Seva Medal(AVSM)
Lt Gen M Unnikrishnan Nair,SM (1055/81)
Yudh Seva Medal (YSM)
Maj Gen Vinod T Mathew (1569/85)
Sena Medal (Gallantry)
Capt Rohit P Nair (4446/11)
Sena Medal (Devotion to Duty)
1. Maj Gen Vijay B Nair (1563/85)
2. Brig Prem Raj, VSM (1705/87)
Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM)
AVM KV Surendran Nair (1543/85)
Obituary George Peter 1152/81
04-01-2022,
Dear Alumni
It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that alumni fraternity share the most painful news of the passing away of George Peter (1152/81) today (04 Jan 22). He was residing at Florida, USA. He was Associate Professor, MSN, ARNP
May God bless his soul to rest in peace.
Obituary VK Pradip (722/76)
27-12-2021,
Dear Alumni
It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that alumni fraternity share the most painful news of the passing away of VK Pradip (722/76) due to cardiac arrest today. He was a journalist by profession.
At School, he was House Captain Nehru Jrs and school team member in Footballand Athletics
May God bless his soul to rest in peace.
Obituary Vishnu Sangeeth 4300/10
00-00-0000, Padmaraj TR
Dear Alumni,
Just heard from news that Vishnu Sangeeth of 2010 batch is no more. Details is still known. There was byte in Asianet news mentioning about his family had filed a case regarding his death.
RIP dear friend
NOTICE FOR SSKZM OBA AGBM – 19 DEC 2021
06-12-2021,
Please give wide publicity
NOTICE FOR SSKZM OBA AGBM – 19 DEC 2021
Dear SSKZM OBA members,
On behalf of the Executive Committee (EC) of SSKZM OBA, it is my duty and honour to announce our AGBM for 2021 and invite you all to participate in it. Owing to the prevailing circumstances, the event will be conducted via Zoom on 19 Dec 2021, from 1000 hours.
I had sent out a notice on 19 Nov 21 about the AGM scheduled on 19 Dec, mainly to seek inputs from the general body about the OBA EC’s proposal to conduct elections online for various EC posts during the forthcoming AGM, as we have not been able to conduct this since 2019. Owing to the sheer diversity of the inputs received, it is intimated that the elections will not be held during the AGM on 19 Dec. However, a proposal to hold online elections after a month or so after the AGM, will be an item on the agenda. Further, since I have not received any item for inclusion in the agenda in response to my request made in the notice I sent out on 19 Nov, I invite them once more. I would be grateful if you could ensure that agenda points reach me on or before 12 Dec. They can be sent to my personal email ID deepchin47@gmail.com.
I also request everyone to kindly share this notice with as many members of SSKZM OBA as possible. As per our bye laws, we need a minimum of 100 members to attend the meeting so as to meet the criterion for a legal quorum. Financial statements and other inputs if any for the AGM will be circulated separately.
With the warmest regards,
Commodore G Prakash (retd)
1064/81
Gen Secy, SSKZM OBA
05 Dec 21
AGENDA POINTS FOR AGBM ON 19 DEC 21 AT 1000 HOURS
1. Two min silence
2. Commencement of the event & general announcements on conduct of AGBM
3. Presidential address, President OBA
4. Report on SSKZM-Admin Officer, SSKZM
5. Report on activities by 1996 batch (Batch Rep)
6. Update on Website & Directory
7. Report from Treasurer
8. Adoption of Audited Balance Sheet and Income & Expenditure Accounts for the period ended 31st March, 2021
9. Appoint Auditors for the ensuing year 2021-22.
10. Adoption of minutes of the 51st Annual General Meeting held on 13 Dec 2020.
11. Announcement of LTA & AOY awards by President OBA
12. Proposal from EC to conduct elections to EC posts online one month after AGM on 19 Dec 21. Discussions.
13. Brief presentation on a document titled ‘Guidelines for EC’, which collates good practices and other useful information from the experience of long serving EC members.
14. Fresh points with the permission of the Chairman
15. Vote of thanks
Obituary - Goutham Krishna 4876/15
15-09-2021,
Dear Alumni
It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that alumni fraternity share the most painful news of the passing away of Goutham Krishna (4876/15) in a drowning incident. Goutham, an MBBS student, was trying to save his drowning friend when this mishap took place.
At School, he was adjudged the best athlete.
May God bless his soul to rest in peace.
Obituary - Siju Oommen George 2686/96
07-09-2021,
With a very heavy heart, OBA regrets to inform the passing away of Siju Oommen George (Roll No 2686/96) on 06 Sep 21 morning.
He had complications following COVID infection.
He was undergoing treatment for about a month at Rajagiri Hospital, Kochi. He was responding very well to the treatment and was conscious though on support until a couple of days back.
RIP, dear Siju
Maj Rahul Balamohan (4189/06) get Sena Medal for gallantry again!
25-08-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Happy to share the news of Maj Rahul Balamohan has been awarded bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry). Earlier he was awarded Sena Medal (Gallantry) on 26 Jan 20.
He is the second alumnus to receive gallantry award twice after Col NJ Nair, AC(P), KC.
Well Done, Rahul...we are proud of you!
Obituary - Gokul Das 3011/99
23-07-2021,
Dear Alumni
It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that I share the most painful news of passing away of Gokul Das (3011/99), School Captain today after a brief illness.
At School, Gokul was good at sports and represented school in Volleyball and Crickt
May God bless his soul to rest in peace.
Obituary - Nelvin Joseph 3514/03
19-07-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Sorry to inform the passing away of another OB, Nelvin Joseph (3514/03). He had prolonged health related issues. He was working at Hyderabad and later moved to Kochi.
RIP, brother!
Obituary -Madhav Das (16/65)
06-07-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to inform the demise of Madhava Das (16/65) due to heart attack. He was transferred to SS Kunjpura in 1963. He was Executive Director, Magnasound (India) Ltd.
New Chairman and MD of Hindustan Organic Chemicals : Sajeev B 1285/82
27-06-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Sajeev B 1285/82 (Prasad house) has been selected as the new Chairman and MD of Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.
Congratulations sir
Obituary - Brig Chacko Abraham, M-in-D (30/65)7
05-06-2021,
With grief and pain we inform the sad demise of Brig Chacko Abraham, M-in-D, (Retd) (30/65) today. Covid related issues. From Para Commando (10 SF), He was mentioned in despatches in 1971 war..
May his soul rest in peace.
God bless.
Krishna Kumar (2142/91) is IT Director, Texas, USA
25-05-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Krishna Kumar VE (2142/91) is selected as State IT Director of Texas, USA.
Congratulations on your achievement! May scale higher feats!
Promotions - Amy (to the rank of Maj Gen)
25-05-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Brig R Premraj VSM (1705/87) has been cleared for Maj Gen ...congratulations sir!
Obituary - Ex-Master K Vasudevan sir
22-05-2021,
Dear Alumni,
With deep sorrow, we inform the demise of our beloved teacher, Mr K Vasudevan sir today. He served as Master in Physics. Retired after 26 years of service at SSKZM on 31/07/1990. He has three daughters and all are alumni of SSKZM. R.No:1156 Dr Mini Vasudevan, PhD, R.No: 1669 V.Meera and R.No: 1901 V Meena
RIP Sir!
Obituary - Sooraj Krishna 5193/21
17-05-2021,
Dear Alumni,
It is with deep sadness, OBA fraternity inform the demise of Sooraj Krishna (5193/18). He left us due to Covid-19 on 16 May 21 evening.
A brief write up by his classmates is appended below.
"Sooraj was Senior sergeant of Ashoka House. He was nothing less than a gem. Was part of the 2017 RD parade. Person with a tank full of potential in terms of Academics and in-depth knowledge(esp IR). The ace volleyball player who captained and represented school twice in south Zone. The depth of knowledge he carried was impeccable. He was a great Malayalam debater, Writer, Quizzer, A voracious reader who has a record of reading the most number of books in an academic year, had great theatrics skill, too. A consecutive merit card holder and has always been part of cultural, whether it's a House day or Annual day.
A rare mix of brawns and brains, A tough nut to crack was active throughout his school years, He idolized and held Captain Harshan R, AC in high regards and was on the journey to join OTA, it's tough to digest the news.
He had a lot to offer, unutilised potential at its best, Sooraj has a younger sister along with his parents."
May his Soul rest in peace
Achievements of Muraleedharan P (964/80) & Jose K Kattoor (1003/80)
10-05-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Two of our OBs have been elevated to the post of Executive Directors.
1. Jose K Kattoor (1003/80) has been elevated to the post of Executive Director of RBI.
2. Muraleedharan P (964/80) has been promoted to the post of Executive Director of LIC.
Hearty Congratulations sirs!
Kudos to the Class of '80!
Achievement of Alumni : Maj Gen K Narayanan 1208/82
06-05-2021,
This is an excerpt from the link posted below. The name therein Maj Gen K Narayanan, is roll no 1208.
"Maj. Gen. K. Narayanan, Rear Admiral Kapil Mohan Dhir and Air Vice Marshal Hardeep Bains have been appointed as joint secretaries in the DMA, which began functioning in January 2020 as part of the defence reforms introduced by the government.
Original link: https://theprint.in/defence/big-boost-for-military-as-modi-govt-gives-officers-powers-of-additional-joint-secretaries/653183/
Obituary - B Gopinath (760/76)
02-05-2021,
Sad to announce the demise of B Gopinath (760/76) today. He had a fall and sustained head injuries. He retired from Railways and at school he represented School team in Football and Athletics.
RIP sir
Obituary - Sreekumar 1708/87
21-04-2021,
Sreekumar (1708/87) passed away today morning due to Covid-19. He was running a retaurant at Port Blair (Conhuts Beach Resort, Neil Island, Andaman Nicobar Islands). For the Kazak fraternity, he was of immense help in the islands.
RIP Sir.
Obituary - Lt Col Alex 907/79
16-04-2021,
Very sad to inform the demise of Alex Thomas (Roll no 907/79), brother of Brig Manohar Thomas (696/76) today morning. He was suffering from COVID.
At SSKZM, he was an ace fast bowler. Represented School in Hockey, Cricket, Football, Athletics teams & Kerala University, Command Football team member 1989-91, Commendation Card ‘92, survived by wife Dennise Alex, and two children
A write up by Capt Ramesh Babu is attached under events - 2020-21 section.
Obituary - Prakash VS 2265/92
11-04-2021,
Prakash VS 2265/92 expired today at his native place Nellad, Muvattupuzha. He served the IAF and took premature retirement due to renal issues. At School, he was School Hockey Team Captain & won School Colour, Won Medals in Boxing, Played Hockey for Air Force, Undergone Kidney transplant surgery at Jaslok Hospital Mumbai in Mar 98 with Father as Renal donor.
RIP, Condolences to the family.
A Tribute by batch-mates
Prakash VS (Roll no 2265, 92 batch, Prasad house) sadly passed away on 11th April 2021, leaving behind his wife, 2 young daughters and scores of his grieving friends and batch-mates. VS, as he was fondly called, was a hockey player par excellence (awarded the ‘School Blue’ in ’92 ) and captained the school hockey team. He served with the IAF till 2012 when his hitherto unknown health issues surfaced and forced a premature retirement. He was to join as a commissioned officer in the armed forces (through CDS), but unfortunately became medically unfit. He was always full of life and joy despite the cards dealt to him by fate. Sadly, he succumbed to the master and left us on 11th April .His spirit and memories live on and burn bright in our heavy hearts and minds. Rest In Peace, VS.
You are sorely missed.
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Arun George's (2951/99) Avatar Small Wind turbine generating electricity for troops in Leh
10-04-2021,
Here is a link to the article : Avatar Small Wind turbine generating electricity for troops in Leh. Arun George (2951/99) along with his brother is running the firm.
https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/specials/clean-tech/the-answer-is-blowing-in-the-wind/article34236804.ece
Obituary - S/o of Johny George (2116/91)
06-04-2021,
With deep sorrow, please be informed that Abhishek , elder son of Johny George (2116/91) passed away yesterday midnight.
He was unwell following meningitis from childhood. Yesterday he developed some fever and breathing difficulties and in no time he left us. He has two younger brothers.
May the young soul rest in peace
Obituary Sudeep Puroshthaman (2059/91)
01-04-2021,
Regret to inform the sad demise of Mr. Sudeep Purushottaman (2059/ 91) while he was onboard a merchant vessel and suffered a heart attack. He was sailing with Wallen Ship management as 2nd officer. Vessel is presently at Gladstone, Australia.
RIP, heartfelt condolences to the bevered family.
Promotions - IAF (to the rank of Air Vice Marshal)
20-03-2021,
Dear Kazaks,
Air Cmde Shyam Sunder (1301/83) has been clreared for the rank AVM. He becomes the second Logistics officer after AVM Biju Paul to be AVM
Hearty Congratulations sir
Obituary - Chitharanjan Singh (265/69)
28-02-2021,
Mr Chitranjan Singh IPS, retired DGP of Gujarat an alumnus of Sainik School, Kerala (R No 265/69) expired on 24 Feb 21.
RIP sir
Obituary Premkumar Nair (202/69)
24-02-2021,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to inform the demise of Premkumar Nair (202/69) on 23 Feb 21. He was there at Pangode, 62-63 and later joined Loyola and then Ivanios College. Was with Sony, Japan and was Director- Marketing of Sony India in early 2000s.
RIP, Sir
Obituary - KR Mohandas 733/76
08-02-2021,
Sad to inform that KR Mohandas (733/76) passed away at his Shoranur residence on 08 Feb 21 at 10 am. Was under treatment for a long time.
He retired from the railways where he was station master for long and finally at Divisional Office, Olavakkode. He was Station Manager at Shoranur Junction also and popular leader of the Station Master's Union
Message as received
Promotions - IAF (to the rank of Air Marshal)
04-02-2021,
Happy to inform that AVM R Radhish AVSM VM (1130/81) and AVM B Saju AVSM VM (1227/82) have been cleared for the rank of Air Mshl.
Hearty Congratulations....
Presidential Awards - 26 Jan 21
26-01-2021,
Congratulations to the following alumni for being conferred the Presidential Awards
AVSM
Air Mshl IP Vipin VM (877/79)
Maj Gen K Narayanan SM (1208/82)
AVM B Saju VM (1227/82)
Nausena Medal (Devotion to Duty)
Capt (IN) ES Prasad (1473/84)
Capt Vikas M Nair (4653/13) -Best Student in YO Course
13-01-2021,
Congratulations to Capt Vikas M Nair (4653/13) for being Adjudged Overall Best Student in the Mechanised Infantry Young Officers' Course
Many more to follow
Message from Gen Sec : OBA Yearly Awards and Lifetime Achievement Awards
12-01-2021,
Dear Kazaks,
Nominations are requested for the award of PC SATISH CHANDRAN MEMORIAL
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDs & FG OFFR MP ANIL KUMAR MEMORIAL ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR AWARDS for 2021.
SOP for the same are available in the website. It is requested that the nominations be kindly sent in by the respective batch representatives before 28 Feb 21, to the mail ID, deepchin47@gmail.com. The nominations may also be copied to the following ids: kazhak-bar@googlegroups.com. It is also requested that this message be given wide publicity among our alumni. Kindly share this info with as many email/ WhatsApp groups too.
Thanking you,
With the warmest regards,
Commodore G Prakash (Retd)
Roll No 1064/ 81
OBA General Secretary
Obituary - D/o of Cdr Mobin Mathai 2646/96
25-12-2020,
Very sad to inform that Cdr Mobin 2646/96 lost his 6 yr old daughter yesterday (24/12/20) due to a drowning incident.
Mobin's younger brother is also an alumnus of School
RIP dear departed
Message from Secretary SSKZM-OBA : Invitation for AGBM on 13 Dec 20
12-12-2020,
Dear SSKZM OBA members,
On behalf of the Executive Committee of OBA SSKZM, I have great pleasure in inviting you all to the AGBM of our OBA, to be conducted from 1000 hours on 13 Dec 2020 via Zoom. Since we could not conduct our AGBM on OBA day because of Covid 19, we are conducting this meeting as mandated by the statutory rules of the Registrar of Societies. I request you to kindly log in by 0945 as we have to admit 500 participants. The link for the meeting, the sequence of events, the audited balance sheet and minutes of the previous AGBM are also being shared.
I request all of you to kindly attend. I also request you to kindly spread this message with as many OBA members as possible.
SSKZM OBA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: OBA SSKZM AGM
Time: Dec 13, 2020 10:00 AM Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi
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General Secretary
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Obituary - Lt Col IR Davidson (Retd) (436/72)
21-11-2020,
Lt Col I R Davidson (Retd), 436/72 passed away today. The OB had an heart condition and was admitted to Manipal hospital where he had an open heart surgery. Some complications developed and he was on the ventilator.
Heartfelt Condolences to the family.
Pratheest PT (3035/99) awarded "Best Young Scientist"
21-11-2020,
Happy to congratulate Dr. Pratheesh PT (3035/99) (Assistant Professor & HOD, Department of Biochemistry), Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore for being honoured with the “Best Young Scientist” Award by the Novel Research Academy, Puducherry.
Wishing Dr. Pratheesh all the best and let this latest recognition be a step to even greater heights in the future.
AGBM planned on 13 Dec 20 - Message from Secretary, OBA
14-11-2020,
Dear SSKZM OBA members,
On behalf of the Executive Committee of SSKZM OBA, it is my duty and honour to announce our AGBM for 2020 and invite you all to be a part of it. Owing to the extraordinary circumstances that prevail, the event will be conducted via Zoom, on 13 Dec 2020, from 1000 hours. As you all are aware, the original AGBM that would have been held on our OBA day at SSKZM had to be cancelled. However, as per the prevailing rules of the Registrar of Societies, Trivandrum, it is a statutory requirement for us to conduct the AGBM within 18 months of the previous AGBM. Hence the planned meeting on 13 Dec 2020.
I also hereby invite items for inclusion in the agenda. I would be grateful if you could ensure that agenda points reach me on or before 27 Nov 2020. They can be sent to my personal email ID deepchin47@gmail.com.
I also request everyone to kindly share the formal notice that I am attaching to this mail, with as many members of SSKZM OBA as possible. As per our bye laws, we need a minimum of 100 members to attend the meeting so as to meet the criterion for a legal quorum. The Annual & Audit Reports will be circulated ahead of the AGBM.
Notice for Annual General Meeting of the Old Boys Association, SSKZM
Notice is hereby given that the Fifty First Annual General Meeting of the Old Boys Association, Sainik School, Kazhakootam will be held at 1000 hrs on Sunday, the 13th, December 2020. It will be a virtual meeting to transact the following business.
1. To read the Notice convening the Meeting.
2. To read and adopt the minutes of the 50th Annual General Meeting held on 13 July 2019.
3. To adopt the Annual Report of the Managing Committee, the Audited Balance Sheet and Income & Expenditure Accounts for the period ended 31st March, 2020.
4. To appoint Auditors for the ensuing year 2020-21.
5. To consider passing a resolution for the present Executive Committee to continue till the next practical AGM in 2021.
6. To finalize the date of next Reunion and AGM in 2021.
7. Any other matter with the permission of the Chair.
By order of the Managing Committee
With the warmest regards,
Commodore G Prakash (retd)
1064/81
Gen Secy, SSKZM OBA
13 Nov 2020
Obituary - Renjith BV 3350/02
04-10-2020,
Renjith BV 3350/02 passed away on the evening of 03 Oct 20. He was fighting multiple myeloma for the past 9 years. AT School, he was an outstanding sportsman. He is survived by wife and three children (triplets)
Many alumni had contributed towards his treatment for the past 9 years. RIP mate
Obituary - Finosh Babu 2771/97
13-09-2020,
Msg from '97 batch
Hi Friends,
Regret to inform you that Finosh Babu (2771/97) passed away just a while ago (11 Sep 20). He was in ICU at Command Hospital Bangalore for the last several weeks post emergency neurosurgery after suffering a sudden brain stroke.
Finosh was an excellent football player and singer (esp old hindi songs) but left school in the middle years. Since his family was based in Delhi we had lost touch with him over the years.
Our sincere thanks to Dr Bobby Iype (2000) who is a family friend of Finosh for informing us and keeping us updated. Also thanks to Dr Vinod Felix and Col Unnikrishnan (both 97 batch) who through their personal contacts kept us informed of his condition in the last few weeks.
He leaves behind a young bereaved family and we hope that they find the strength to overcome this untimely tragedy.
Promotions - Maj Gen
06-09-2020,
Happy to inform that Brig Hari B Pillai 1591/85 has been cleared for the rank of Maj Gen.
For the record, he is third from that batch of 1985 after Maj Gen Vijay B Nair and Maj Gen Vinod T Mathew
Hearty Congratulations 1591/85
Maj Vinayak Vijay (4164) 2K8 batch awarded Sena Medal (Gallantry)
00-00-0000, Vaishak PR
Maj Vinayak Vijay (4164) 2K8 batch awarded Sena Medal (Gallantry) on Independence Day 2020.
Citations of Award Winners -Achievement of the Year Award
13-08-2020,
Dear Alumni
The following are the citations of Achievement of the Year Award -2020
Citations of Lifetime Achievement Award Winners are available in respective sub-sections under OBA Awards
ROLL NO 1559 COMMODORE MP ANIL KUMAR, IN
Roll No 1559 MP Anil Kumar of the 1985 Batch was popularly known as the ‘Scientist’ in school. He joined the 72 NDA Course. On commission in 1988, he was the Silver Medallist in the Midshipmen Board, and stood First in Communications or Long 'C'. He commanded INS Ajay, INS Gharial, INS Rajput, and INS Ranjit. A graduate of DSSC and NDU (Beijing), he has an MPhil and MSc in Defence & Strategic Studies, besides an MSc in Telecommunications, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Software Technology. He holds four Global Information Assurance Certifications (GIAC) in Advanced Network Pen-testing, Malware Reverse Engineering, Exploit Research, and Industrial Control Systems Security. He is also an Offensive Security Certified Professional as well as a Cyber Information Systems Security Professional.
He was the Principal Director, Network Centric Operations at NHQ from 2011-12, and Principal Director, Information Warfare at NHQ from 2014-20, an extraordinary duration of tenure. He had the distinction of holding three crucial appointments concurrently — he also served as Chief Information Security Officer from 2015-20, and Deputy Director General, Navy Cyber Group from 2018-20. Presently, Commodore MP Anil Kumar is posted as Commodore, Safety at Kochi. He engineered three major computer applications — namely 'Columbus' for Astro Navigation; the 'Sangram' Wargaming Suite in 2004, used by the Myanmar Navy, besides Indian Navy; and 'Hurricane' software radio modem used by ships and aircraft for data transfer at sea. Also part of the team that developed 'Trigun' Maritime Domain Awareness application in 2005, he made hardware drivers and software for interfacing with onboard equipment/DRDO's crypto hardware and all network security modules.
He was awarded the Commander-in-Chief Commendation in 1995, Chief of Naval Staff Commendation in 1996, and Nao Sena Medal (Devotion to Duty) in 2020 for planning and ensuring cybersecurity across the Indian Navy. To his credit, Indian Navy has faced no cyber breach since 2015.
CITATION
The Old Boys Association of Sainik School Kazhakootam awards the Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Achievement of the Year Award for 2019-20 to Roll No 1559 Commodore MP Anil Kumar, IN NM for his exceptional contributions in the field of Cyber Operations and Security to the Indian Navy, and being awarded the Nao Sena Medal in 2020.
ROLL NO 2528 CAPTAIN K NIRMAL RAGHU, IN
Roll No 2528 Nirmal Raghu of the 1995 Batch, an all-rounder, was a winner of recitation and declamation competitions, a medallist in athletics, and a green card holder. He represented the School in Hockey and Inter-School Debates, and was editor of the School Magazine. He was awarded the Radha Mohan Naresh Trophy for the best House Captain in 12th std.
While at the NDA, he captained the NDA Hockey team and won medals in Hockey and Sailing. Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2000, he stood first in Low Frequency and Analysis recording Course at Anti-Submarine Warfare School, Kochi and in Advanced Low Frequency and Analysis Recording (LOFAR) Course at St Mandrier, France. He was chosen as the first LOFAR Instructor of Anti-Submarine Warfare School. Handpicked to the commissioning crew for INS Betwa, he held appointments on INS Brahmaputra, Naval Operations Data Processing and Analysis Centre, and the NDA. He is a recipient of the Flag Officer Commanding in Chief Southern Naval Command Commendation in 2004, Chief of Naval Staff Commendation in 2012, and Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee Commendation in 2016. He is presently the Principal, Sainik School, Amaravathinagar.
Captain Nirmal Raghu was selected to undertake the project of ‘Enhancement of Academic Qualification and Threshold of NDA Cadets’, a part of Government of India’s requirement to enhance the technical threshold of the officer cadre—as recommended by the Kargil Review Committee. The officer single-handedly shouldered this critical endeavour with hard work and perseverance, and accomplished it in a short time frame, ensuring the successful commencement and conduct of the BTech programme for the first time in the history of NDA. This task accomplished by the officer singularly would have ideally necessitated a team of officers and support staff to work on diverse actions concurrently for the timely accomplishment of the initiative. He was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal in January 2020.
CITATION
The Old Boys Association of Sainik School Kazhakootam awards the Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Achievement of the Year Award for 2019-20 to Roll No 2528 Captain K Nirmal Raghu, IN, VSM for his outstanding achievements in the profession of arms, and being awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal in 2020.
Dr Pratheesh PT (3035/99)
Roll No 3035 Pratheesh PT of the 1999 Batch was an excellent sportsman while at School — active in football, hockey, cricket with proven track records in athletics and cross country races. He was part of the Nehru house that won the hat-trick Cock House trophy from 1995 to 1997. He also displayed his ample talents in arts and extracurricular activities while at school.
He graduated in Biotechnology from the University of Kerala. He did his post-graduation in Biotechnology from Mahatma Gandhi University, where he was the college topper and achieved the fourth position at the university level. He was also a member of the college football, hockey, and cricket teams. Besides an M.Phil. in Biosciences, an M.B.A. in Marketing Management, he is also the recipient of a PhD from the Mahatma Gandhi University in 2013. He was also awarded the Post-Doctoral Fellowships of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) from 2017-19. He is currently the Head, Department of Biochemistry, Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. He has won several best paper and poster presentation awards in national and international conferences, and has authored 15 international and national research publications in reputed peer-reviewed journals. The edible subunit vaccine developed during his post-doctoral research work was found to be efficient and cost-effective for poultry farmers.
Dr Pratheesh was awarded the 2019 WVPA-Boehringer Ingelheim Innovation in Vaccination Award for the best avian health scientist by the World Veterinary and Poultry Association in Bangkok, Thailand. This award was launched in 2015 and conferred at each global WVPA Congress to a poultry veterinarian or avian health scientist for an outstanding contribution in the field of innovation in poultry vaccination. This is the first time that an Indian scientist won the award.
CITATION
The Old Boys Association of Sainik School Kazhakootam awards the Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Achievement of the Year Award for 2019-20 to Roll No 3035 Dr Pratheesh PT for his outstanding contributions in the field of Veterinary Sciences and the stellar distinction of being awarded the 2019 WVPA-Boehringer Ingelheim Innovation in Vaccination Award.
Major Rahul Balamohan, SM (4189/06)
Roll No 4189 Rahul Balamohan of the 2006 Batch secured the first rank in the Sainik School Entrance Examination for Class 9 in 2002. He was a member of the School Basketball team which won the South Zone Inter Sainik School Championship and also participated in the Inter-Zonal Championship. While at NDA, he was a member of the Academy Basketball team. He was commissioned into 9th Battalion the MAHAR Regiment and had been a command-level player in Volleyball and Basketball. He was an Instructor Class B at the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering, Mhow, and also adjudged the Best Student in the Junior Command Course.
On 11 June 2019, Major Rahul Balamohan was commanding the Frisal Company Operating Base in the First Battalion Rashtriya Rifles,when he got actionable intelligence about a group of terrorists holed up in a house. Displaying exceptional tactical acumen, he strengthened the cordon and blocked all escape routes for the terrorists.Rahul Balamohan showed impeccable courage and excellent fieldcraft skills in clearing and occupying the firebase, amidst heavy fire from the terrorists, which facilitated close reconnaissance of the target house. Suddenly, terrorists started firing indiscriminately towards the firebase to break the cordon. On spotting a terrorist trying to escape, the officer displayed raw courageand presence of mind in directing small-arms fire towards the fleeing terrorist, thus neutralising him on the spot. This timely action resulted in the elimination of Shakir Khalil Wagay, a Category C militant affiliated to the Islamic State in Jammu & Kashmir.
Major Rahul Balamohan displayed indomitable courage, exceptional professionalism, tactical acumen, sane presence of mind, and acted as a role model for teams to show courage under fire, which helped in the elimination of a hardcore terrorist. For this act of bravery, he was awarded the Sena Medal (Gallantry) in 2020.
CITATION
The Old Boys Association of Sainik School Kazhakootam awards the Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Achievement of the Year Award for 2019-20 to Roll No 4189 Major Rahul Balamohan, SM for his outstanding bravery and exceptional qualities of leadership displayed during the J&K counter-terrorist operations, and for being awarded the Sena Medal (Gallantry), thereby bringing honour and glory to the School.
Captain Unni Mohan (4396/11)
Roll No 4396 Unni Mohan of the 2011 Batch represented the school in football, cricket, and volleyball. He won the gold medal in the inter-house chess championship, and also participated in debates and essay competitions. He led the school Malayalam drama team, which won the second prize at the Colosseum Cultural Fest.
Having joined the 126 NDA Course, he was the Vice-Captain of the Academy Hockey team which won the coveted Sabhiki Cup. He was awarded a Half Blue in Hockey and a Merit Card in Football. While at IMA, he was again a member of the Hockey Team which won the Sabhiki Cup, and was awarded the General Sundarji Trophy for being first in order of merit among commissions into the Mechanised Infantry and Brigade of the Guards. Commissioned into 7 GUARDS, Unni Mohan was the 'Best Student' in the Young Officers Course at the Mechanised Infantry Regimental Centre, and later, was adjudged the Best Officer in Tactics in both Armoured and Mechanised at Armoured Corps Centre and School. He also won a Medal of Excellence in Tactics at Infantry School Mhow during the Infantry Young Officers Course. He led the Southern Command Scout Masters team and was adjudged the Best Officer at the Pan Army Scout Masters Competition in 2018, and was selected to lead the Indian Army Scout Masters team.
The Scout Masters Competition is considered the most difficult of all 32 competitions conducted as part of the International Army Games. Eight countries, including India, participated in 2019. As the team leader, Unni Mohan led the Indian Army Scout Masters team to the First Position, India's first-ever Gold medal at the International Army Games, and was adjudged the Best Scout Commander. He was also awarded the GOC-in-C Commendation Card and the Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card in 2019.
CITATION
The Old Boys Association of Sainik School Kazhakootam awards the Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Achievement of the Year Award for 2019-20 to Roll No 4396 Captain Unni Mohan for his outstanding leadership that led to the Indian Army Scout Team winning the Gold Medal in the Scout Masters Competition in the International Army Games, thereby bringing honour and glory to the country and the school.
OBA Awards - 2020
12-08-2020,
Dear Kazaks,
It is a matter of great honour for me to announce the winners of the two awards instituted by the OBA for achievers among us. I wish to convey my heartiest congratulations to the winners. May your contributions to society and to our fraternity as well as your personal achievements serve as guiding beacons for everyone. I also want to thank the subcommittee that did sterling work in examining all the nominations received. My thanks also to the excellent response from batches with nominations.
(a) Late PC Satish Chandran Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award.
(i) Maj Gen KS Venugopal, VSM (413/72)
(ii) Alex Pothen (500/73)
(iii) PJ Joseph (550/74)
(iv) CR Sasi Kumar (551/74)
(v) S Rajookrishnan (563/74)
(b) Late Flying Officer MP Anil Kumar Memorial Achiever of the Year Award
(i) Cmde MP Anil Kumar IN, NM (1559/85)
(ii) Capt K Nirmal Raghu IN, VSM (2528 /95)
(iii) Dr Pratheesh PT (3035 /99)
(iv) Maj Rahul Balamohan, SM (4189/06)
(v) Capt Unni Mohan (4396/11)
Heartiest congratulations to the winners once again,
With the warmest regards
Commander Sam T Samuel (Retd)
President, OBA SSKZM
Sad Demise of Lt Gen Isaac John Koshy (Retd) 23/65
00-00-0000, Padmaraj TR
Dear Alumni,
Lt Gen Isaac John Koshy (Retd) 23/65 passed away today. He was one of the first four from our alma mater to join the NDA. He was suffering from illness for a while
Heartfelt Condolences
Sad Demise of V Jayakumar (986/80)
20-06-2020,
Dear Alumni,
Sad to announce to demise of V Jayamukar (986/80) today. He was ailing from cancer. He retired from KSEB as superidentant recently.
RIP sir
Sincere condoleneces to the family
Message from President
07-06-2020,
Dear Friends,
I hope all of you are coping well and keeping safe during these difficult times.
We in the EC have been keeping busy trying to formalize a lot of unwritten procedures and processes and trying to put them down as the document which will hopefully become a guideline for the future office bearers. Special thanks to Col. Sajjad who has been the architect and the members of the EC who have been contributing their bit to finetune the document. We hope to put it up to you for your perusal and approval shortly.
Under the leadership of Wg Cdr Padmaraj, the brand new directory is nearing completion. It would be something you would be proud to keep on your coffee table.
The uncertainty of this present crisis is such that we are unable to plan anything in advance and while we hope that this nightmare ends soon, we all know that it is going to take some time before life returns back to near normalcy.
Considering this fact, the EC has decided to cancel the Old Boys Reunion 2020. Postponing the reunion to December was considered, but in the present circumstances, we felt it prudent to call it off rather than postpone it.
However, as per the requirements of the Societies act and our byelaws, we can only postpone the Annual General Body Meeting of the association for a maximum of 6 months from the due date. Considering that the lock down would be lifted to a great extent, we will plan to have the AGBM and elections sometime end of the year. The modalities will be worked out and you shall be informed well in time.
Stay Safe.. and looking forward to seeing you all sooner than later.
Commander Sam T Samuel
637/1975
President
Sad Demise of Paul (23) S/o Ldr Cdr Sabu N John Retd (961/80)
07-04-2020,
Sad to inform the sad demise of Paul (23 yrs) son of Lt Cdr Sabu N John Retd (961/80), expired at Dallas, USA due to Corona. Post retirement, the family resides at Dallas, USA.
Let us all pray for the departed soul.
Obituary - 1161/82 MK Jayasankar
14-03-2020,
Sad to inform the passing away of MK Jayasankar 1161/82 today (14 Mar 20).
He was based in Dubai and had a heart attack and subsequently went into a Coma. After 10 days treatment the Dubai Hospital discharged him and he was flown in an Air Ambulance and admitted to Daya Hospital Thrissur.
Br’s R No: 1470/84 MK Madhu Mohan, R No:1994/90 MK Manoj Kumar
IAF Promotions
09-03-2020,
Congratulations to the following alumni for being approved their next rank
Wg Cdr S Sreejith (2483/94) to the rank of Gp Capt
Air Cme KSK Suresh VM (1443/84) to the rank of Air Vice Marshal (AVM)
Hearty Congratulations!
Demise of R No 1458/84 Kumar VS
14-02-2020,
Sad to inform the passing away of VS Kumar (1458/84) on 12 Feb 20. He died due to a massive heart attack in the US. A class topper from School in Class X, 2nd Rank in Class XII; survived by wife Aruna Kumar and two chilndren Aishwarya Kumar and Aravind Kumar. He is S/o KK Viswanathan, Retd Master SSKZM and brother of R No 1533/85 Rajeev VS
Heartfelt condolences.
Job Opportunities
11-02-2020,
FACE Pulse Job Updates
1) Ansys is hiring for the role of R&D Verification Engineer. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/2H76BVm
2) Microchip is hiring for the role of Intern. Eligible batches (2020 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/38dF8gN
3) Bentley is hiring for the role of Associate Software Quality Analyst. Eligible batches (2020 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/2SfFDkN
4) Micro Focus is hiring for the role of Software Developer. Eligible batches (2019, 2018, 2017 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/2St1Hau
5) Indigo is hiring for the role of Trainee-PLM. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/2ScUMmL
6) Ameex is hiring for the role of Associate Software Engineer. Eligible batches (2019, 2018 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/2HbOOw8
7) Xoriant is hiring for the role of Software Engineer. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/3bmi4hI
8) Flex is hiring for the role of Junior Engineer – Component Engineering. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/3bv6Mbd
9) Nvidia is hiring for the role of DFT Engineer. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/39ntQqq
10) Alamy is hiring for the role of Trainee – Development. Eligible batches (2019 pass-outs) may apply here: http://bit.ly/31DSMqO
List of Presidential Awardees : 26 Jan 20
28-01-2020,
The following alumni were awarded Presidential Awards on 26 Jan 20.
PVSM
855/77 VICE ADMIRAL ANIL KUMAR CHAWLA AVSM, NM, VSM
AVSM
1168/82 Maj Gen JP Mathew VSM
Sena Medal (Gallantry)
4189/06 Maj Rahul Balamohan
Naosena Medal (Devotion to Duty)
1559/85 Cmde MP Anil Kumar
VSM
1705/87 Brig Prem Raj
2528/95 Cdr (IN) (Now Capt) Nirmal
Hearty Congratulations!
Obituary Gopinath (664/75)
19-01-2020,
Sad to inform that Gopinath (664/75), the Sprint Champion in school, passed away last night at his residence in Kilpauk, Chennai due to a massive heart attack. He was a retired Merchant Marine Captain
Rest in Peace, Sir
Demise of Capt Mathew C Kottam
11-12-2019,
Sad to inform the demise of Capt Mathew Kottam (13/65), died this morning in Tvpm.
At SSKZM, he was Best Runner in the School 1964-65, Rep School in Football, Best All Round Sportsman-1965
Agenda Points for 2nd EE Meeting on 07 Dec 19
27-11-2019,
Dear Kazaks, greetings to all from the OBA Executive Committee.
After the ABGM at the last OBA meet, the EC had one meeting, mainly to take stock after the Golden Jubilee activities. Therefore, no agenda points were invited from the OB community.
Minutes of the AGBM and the first EC meeting are placed in our website. The next EC meeting is planned for 07 Dec 19.
I request that agenda points, duly explained, be please sent to me at deepchin47@gmail.com.
Hoping to hear from you all,
with the warmest regards
Commodore G Prakash, General Secretary, OBA
Bangalore Chapter GTG Held on 24 Nov 19
25-11-2019,
OBA Bangalore Chapter get-together was held on 24 Nov 19 at the NCC Mess,
67 OBs attended the reunion. The event was organised by Maj Gen KS Venugopal (413), Mithunraj (3318) and Prabulkanth (3497)
Please click on to the link below to view all pics of the GTG
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Z_GDtBex5ytDE6JiWq1uOiAT3rgNDdHm
Col NJ Nair Debate Competition - 2019
25-11-2019,
XIth Col NJ Nair Memorial Interschool English Debate Competition was held at the School Auditorium on 25 Nov 19. 28 Students from 14 Schools of Trivandrum took part in the competition.
Shri Tika Ram Meena was the Chief Guest. Reputed schools including Trivandrum International School, Loyola School, St Thomas Residential School, Christ Nagar School, Alan Feldman School, Jyothish Central School, MGM School took part.
Sainik School Team won the First place and also individual first place. The topic for the debate was 'Demonetisation was boon to the economy'. Three neutral judges were deputed by the state education department for conduct of the event. For more pics please click the link
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1AvzfyiAqrQl0mswqHPmQb5XgdPemEJTY
OBA's Golden Jubilee Video on Youtube
19-09-2019,
Dear Kazaks,
Here is the link to the video aired on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvbBn3vZVYg&feature=youtu.be
enjoy!
Posted by Cdr Sam T Samuel (Retd), President
Demise of KB Radhakrishnan 1205/82
14-08-2019,
KB Radhakrishnan 1205/82, passed away in KIMS Tvm after a brief illness relating to a wound in his leg which affected his internal organs and resulted in a cardiac arrest. His funeral would be held at his home in Kottarakkara on 15 Aug 19 at 3 PM
Dileep (2492/94) is Secretary of BEFI
12-08-2019,
Bank of Employees Federation of India (District Level) has elected Sri Dileep SL (2492/94) as its Secretary.
For the record, Dileep was Organising Secretary of Golden Jubilee OBA Reunion held on 11-13 Jul 19.
Many Congratulations!
Demise of Lt Col Bhaskara Menon K 648/75
11-08-2019, Padmaraj TR
Sad to inform that Lt Col K Bhaskaran (Retd) 648/75 passed away at Manipal Hospital on 10 Jul 19 night after a prolonged struggle with cancer.
He's from 54 NDA and was commissioned into the Artillery. At School, he was a Member of School Basket ball team.
Survived by wife Bhagyalakshmi Menon and children Pooja Menon & Siddharth Menon RIP, Sir
Appeal to Alumni in connection with the new Web
08-08-2019,
Dear Alumni,
The OBA website owned by the OBA sskzmoba.org that was launched in 2015 is back with new look. there are 42 dashboards covering the entire spectrum as recommended by OBA EC. Over 250 snaps of the Golden Jubilee Reunion has been uploaded. Please click OBA Reunion Gallery to view the snaps taken during this year's GJ.
The directory part covers Roll Nos from 1 to 6146.
how to login ---please click login - click forgot password -- enter your roll no again -- your registered email will receive a 6-digit OTP. Please note that your registered email as per our record will be displayed as well. if this is not current, please WhatsApp me or contact me at 9846552298 / bulldo2298@gmail.com. I shall amend ur email accordingly. You will have to repeat the process in order to login post update of your email.
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OBA Golden Jubilee Directory
20-07-2019, Padmaraj TR
Dear Alumni,
As you are aware that the OBA is bringing out the 5th edition of the OBA Directory (Roll No 1 to 6146) in connection with our GJ celebrations.
We are in the process of proof read. It will take another 2-3 months to complete it. In order to finalise the approximate quantity for giving order for print, those alumni desirous of having a copy of it may please email me or message me personally.
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Rescue of Five Fishermen by INS Sharda
11-07-2019, Padmaraj TR
Indian Naval Ship Sharda, based at Kochi, rescued five fishermen at sea who were floating in the water after their fishing vessel, FV Omkaram, sank, some 35 km North West of Azhikal port, on 04 Mar 19. The incident occurred at around 09:30 AM when the ship was on patrol in the area. An alert lookout sighted a movement in the water, which turned out to be the five floating fishermen.
The ship acted with alacrity and immediately altered course towards the survivors. It thereafter lowered its life boats and successfully rescued and brought on board all five fishermen within ten minutes of the initial sighting. Two of the fishermen had sustained minor injuries and were administered first aid by the Ship’s Medical Team. The ship thereafter headed for Kochi to disembark the survivors. The rescued fishermen have indicated that they had cast off from Cheruvathur in Kasargod at 04:00 AM on 04 Mar 19. As per them, water started entering their 13 feet boat, which they were unable to control, and the heavy flooding ultimately caused the boat to sink.
The fishermen had to remain afloat without any life saving devices from 06:30 AM till the time they were rescued. They were out of mobile range and were unable to swim or to seek help from other boats. They said that they had removed their clothes to wave at the ship and had almost lost hope of being rescued. All the survivors Manoharan (56) (Boat Owner), Vasav (57), Chandran (60), Suresh (42), Surendran (49) belong to Kanjanghad, Kasargod. The survivors were provided food, water and fresh clothing by the ship’s crew. Efforts are on to inform their next of kin as well as Trikkaripur local coastal police station. INS Sharda is an offshore Patrol Vessel of the Indian Navy and presently in its 26th year of commission. The ship is actively deployed for coastal surveillance and patrolling off Kerala and Lakshadweep islands and has also undertaken regular anti-piracy deployments in the Gulf of Aden. The ship was earlier too involved in rescue of 21 fishermen during Cyclone Ockhi and was also used for distribution of relief material during Op Madad, which was launched by the Southern Naval Command, at the time of the Kerala floods.
The ship is presently commanded by Commander R Anoop
Cdr R Anoop is R No 2534 from the 1995 batch
Curtain Falls for the South Zone Sports Meet at Sainik School, Kazhakootam
00-00-0000, Padmaraj TR
The week long All India Sainik Schools South Zone Sports and Cultural meet concluded here, today (July 28) at the Sainik School parade ground. Shri. Kadakampally Surendran, Hon’ble Minister for Co-operation, Tourism and Devaswoms graced the function as Chief Guest and gave away the trophies and medals to the winners. Sportsmen from six Sainik Schools of South India participated in this event. Competitions were held in Football, Volleyball, Basketball and Hockey and the winners of this meet will represent the zone at the Inter Zonal.
The closing ceremony of the meet commenced with a closing march-past led by the School Cadet Captain, Ashwin Aneesh. The Chief Guest took salute and declared the meet closed. Speaking on the occasion, he reiterated the importance of sports and games in today’s fast paced life. He also urged the student community to take sports and games seriously and later gave away the trophies and medals to the winners of the meet. Sainik School Korukonda emerged as the overall champions, while Sainik School Kazhakootam won the Runners-up trophy.
Cadets Rakesh Kumar of Sainik School Amaravathinagar, Sameer Kumar of Sainik School Kazhakootam, Suraj Kumar of Sainik School Korukonda and Nihal Shahul of Sainik School Kazhakootam were awarded the ‘Best Player’s Trophy’ in Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball, and Football respectively.
As part of the meet Debate and Quiz competitions were also held in which Sainik School Kazhakootam and Sainik School Kalikiri lifted the trophies respectively. A variety entertainment programme highlighting the culture and traditions of the South Indian states was also presented by the cadets to mark the occasion.
Congratulations Fibin Filal 5084/16
22-07-2019,
Happy to share that Fibin Filal (5084/16)Secured third position for the Group deliverable pitching and presentation competition at the Asian Undergraduate Summit hosted by National University of Singapore. The award ceremony was graced with Grace Fu Hai Yen, Minister of culture ,Singapore.
Congratulations!
JS Iyer No More
20-07-2019,
Dear Alumni,
Our English Master, Mr J Sankaranarayana Iyer, breathed his last today morning at 00:58 hours. Funeral at 0900 h tomorrow (21 Jul 19)
OBA Website launch
12-07-2019, Prabhasudhan Soman
New OBA website has been launched today
All alumni are requested to update their profile and make use of the web to the fullest
There will be initial gliches, I request each one of you to share their views for betterment of the website.
GJ Celebrations
12-07-2019,
OBA Golden Jubilee celebration is scheduled on 12 July 2019 and 13 July 2019.