The third day of SSVM Institutions’ Transforming India Conclave 2026 began with a prayer song by the students, followed by the first speaker of the day, gastroenterologist Dr. Pal Manickam, who began his talk by discussing “What Is Gut?” He spoke about the importance of populating the intestine with good bacteria and the connection between the brain and the gut.
He then answered questions from Nitin Jey, Director of Infrastructure, SSVM, as well as the students.
Following the session, Dr. Pal Manickam along with the SSVM management team, including Manimekalai Mohan, Founder and Managing Trustee; Mohandoss, Founder Trustee; Srisha Mohandoss, Director; and Nitin Jey, Director of Infrastructure, honoured the teachers of SSVM Institutions with the Inspirational Guru Award 2026. 
Then the Management team honoured Dr. Pal Manickam. The award presentation was followed by a vibrant dance performance.
2nd session with Sarvesh Shashi
Sarvesh Shashi, Wellness Entrepreneur and Founder of ABC Studios, shared insights on how wellness, innovation, and entrepreneurship are shaping the future of work and life during the second session. He also answered questions from the students.
Following the session, Sarvesh Shashi, along with the SSVM management team, honoured the teachers of SSVM Institutions with the Inspirational Guru Award 2026.
The SSVM management team also honoured Sarvesh Shashi for his valuable words.
Ancient Strength, Modern Mindset by Gurukkal Mahesh
The afternoon session of Day 3 featured Gurukkal Mahesh, Warrior Monk, Fifth-Generation Kalaripayattu Master, and Founder of Agasthyam Kalaripayattu. He addressed the students on the topic, “Ancient Strength, Modern Mindset: What It Means to Be a Warrior Today.”
Following his address, Gurukkal Mahesh demonstrated and taught a few martial arts techniques to the students, and to Manimekalai Mohan and Srisha Mohandoss, Director, to help them protect themselves in dangerous situations.
Gurukkal Mahesh also honoured SSVM students with the Studentpreneur Awards for their innovative ideas and new creations, in the presence of the management team.
The first prize was won by Reeds World School for Team RE: ZERO, comprising Tanav, Maithyeran Ponraj, Harjeet, and Sri Ram Sahshnu, along with a cash prize of ₹1 lakh.
The second prize was awarded to SSVM Mettupalayam for Team CREDEX, comprising Darshan Selvaraj and Mithun Raj, with a cash prize of ₹75,000.
The third prize was won by Reeds World School for Team Maatram, comprising Ram Saravanan, Ridhun Harjeet, Vivan, Keshwa Wardhana, and Ashwanth, with a cash prize of ₹50,000.
The SSVM management team also honoured Gurukkal Mahesh in appreciation of his presence and contribution to the conclave.
The conclave concluded with SSVM Alumni Student Achievers Panel, a conversation with accomplished SSVM alumni who are making their mark across diverse fields.
