PSG College of Physiotherapy celebrated its Foundation Day 2026 on Friday, honouring its distinguished alumni for their exceptional professional achievements.
Mahesh, Principal of the College, delivered the welcome address. G. R. Karthikeyan, Chairman of PSG & Sons’ Charities, and L. Gopalakrishnan, Managing Trustee, presided over the ceremony.
A major highlight of the celebration was the keynote address by the Chief Guest, Vijay Kage, Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Allied and Healthcare at KAHER Institutions, Belgaum, and a Member of the Physiotherapy Professional Council under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP), India.
Kage shared his insights on PSG’s centenary milestone, emphasising the institution’s unwavering commitment to leadership and excellence. He commended its dynamic leadership and highlighted how PSG provides an excellent environment for professional and personal growth. He also noted that alumni are the true architects of an institution’s success and underscored the crucial role of the NCAHP in enhancing the recognition of the physiotherapy profession.
Encouraging the students, Kage urged them to learn with dedication, practise with compassion, and commit themselves to serving society.
Iyyappan (2002 Batch), Founder and Chief Physiotherapist of LIME PARRC, TRUALIGN, and Mindful Movement Therapies, with centres in Coimbatore and Tiruppur, was honoured with the Distinguished Alumnus Award.
In his acceptance speech, he said that the values instilled by PSG College continue to resonate deeply with him. He described the campus as an integral part of his identity and acknowledged the institution’s significant role in shaping his successful career. He concluded by advising students to remain committed to the well-being of their patients.
Ramya (2003 Batch), currently serving as a Lecturer at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, was also honoured with the Distinguished Alumnus Award.
In her acceptance speech, she emphasised that students should be the foundation of an institution. She expressed gratitude for even the smallest gestures of support and highlighted the importance of being thankful to one’s parents. She also encouraged students to support and motivate others in their professional journeys.
