Kuwait based social activist and founder of Indian Frontiers association, N.C.Mohandoss, was conferred with a Honorary Doctorate award by the International Tamil University, Maryland, USA in recognition of his work in the field of literature and community services.
The Doctorate was conferred to him by Founder and chancellor of the World Tamil University Mr.Selvin Kumar at a function held recently on 6th April 2014, at Madurai V.Grand Hotel. The event was graced by dignitaries and eminent persons from different walks of life including Mr.Ponraj, the Advisor of former President Dr. APJ Kalam. Proffessor Mr.ERA.Mohan from Madurai Kamaraj university presided over the function Mrs .Nirmala Mohan gave felicitation speech.
With Mohandoss Golden jubilee photographer Mr.Yoga, Kallaru Sathis an Industrialist from Swiz and 25 other achievers from various fields received this honour .
Author of more than 100 books till date, N.C. Mohandoss is well known in Tamil Nadu with his literary works appearing regularly in leading Tamil newspapers and magazines. He has written 173 novels, 400 short stories and more than 3000 articles. He has also scripted four TV dramas and has crafted a distinct style of writing, including on travels and personalities.
His narration of true-life incidents and life sketch of people who have achieved success against heavy odds have been an inspiration and encouragement for all.
Since 5 years NCM’s Writings are in the approved list for students pursuing their Doctorate research studies at Chidambaram Annamalai University, one of the popular Universities in India. And there are few students, already doing research on his works, for their PhD.
Mohandoss attributes his inspiration to the popular "Thuglak CHO” and reveres "Saavi" who encouraged him to write more and more. His success is also due to the efforts of Mr. Ramesh of 'Dina Malar' and the constant support and guidance of his friend, Mr. Manohar and Mr. Mathi.
Using his literary flair to the fullest extent,NCM had published series of 18 parts of Indian Frontliners books. These Book series, have been successful in showcasing the talents and achievements of prominent Indians in Kuwait. The varied themes covered have provided inspiration and motivation for a number of people to actively participate in the community service efforts of Frontliners.
The IFL Association founded by him with service minded people in Kuwait has done yeoman service to thousands of people in the past two decades.
IFL is working directly and through other social service organizations, have provided relief and assistance in the areas of Education, Health, Disaster relief, Old-age care, orphanage services, development of differently-abled persons, social work & community welfare, rural development, environmental protection etc.,
In addition they join hands with Indian Embassy regularly and , Frontliners have extended assistance to people in distress like stranded workers / maids, poor and sick labourers in need of medical attention, families of persons who died in Kuwait. For that IFL keeps exclusive welfare secretary Mr. Mathi who is visiting Indian Embassy to assist the needy.
N C Mohandoss is employed since 1994, with Kuwait National Petroleum Company. He feels a sense of pride in owning that his success is due to the support, patience and guidance of his wife ARULMOZHI, and their only daughter VINU, who correctly reads his mind and reflects his ambitions and aspirations in every way.
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