The All India Malayalee Association (AIMA) Gujarat State Unit will proudly organize the Paul Diclause Memorial Educational Excellence Award Presentation Ceremony on June 15, 2025, at 7 PM, at the Shree Ayyappa Temple Hall, Sama, Vadodara. This prestigious event will serve as a celebration of academic brilliance and will uphold the legacy of Late Paul Diclause, a revered community figure who devoted his life to nurturing educational excellence and youth empowerment.

The Chief Guest for the evening will be Shri Arun Mahesh Babu IAS, Municipal Commissioner of Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMSS), who will grace the occasion with his presence and words of encouragement. The event will bring together several dignitaries, community leaders, and well-wishers to collectively honour academic accomplishment and inspire the next generation of scholars.

The Award and Its Significance:

The Paul Diclause Memorial Educational Excellence Awards were instituted to commemorate Late Paul Diclause’s unwavering commitment to education, his vision for youth empowerment, and his lifelong dedication to creating a knowledge-based society. Initiated in collaboration with the Paul Diclause family, this award will act as a torchbearer of academic merit and motivation for students across Gujarat’s Malayalee community.

Honouring the Awardee – Ms. Vivikta Vinod Nair:

This year’s recipient of the prestigious award will be Ms. Vivikta Vinod Nair, an exemplary student who will be recognized for her exceptional academic performance. A resident of Gotri, Vadodara, Vivikta has completed her senior secondary education from Gujarat Public School, Atladra, affiliated with CBSE, with a science stream concentration. She will have appeared for the Class 12 board examinations during the academic year 2024–2025 and will have achieved an outstanding score of 484 out of 500, translating to 96.8%.

Her remarkable performance will stand as a testament to her dedication, discipline, and academic focus. Daughter of Shri Vinod Nair, a businessman, and Bindu Nair, whose proud endorsement will accompany her application, Vivikta is poised to embark on a promising academic path in science or healthcare. This award will not only recognize her individual brilliance but also reflect the strength and support of her family and community.

Distinguished Guests:

In addition to the Chief Guest, the event will witness the presence of several esteemed personalities from the AIMA Gujarat leadership:

  • Shri Mohan Nair, Patron AIMA Gujarat & Chairman, Disciplinary Committee
  • Shri Dinesh Nair, President AIMA Gujarat
  • Shri Rajan Nair, General Secretary AIMA Gujarat
  • Shri N. Gangadharan, Treasurer AIMA Gujarat

Their presence will add gravitas to the event and reaffirm AIMA’s continued commitment to uplifting the educational standards within the community.

Conclusion:

The Paul Diclause Memorial Educational Excellence Award Presentation on June 15, 2025, will undoubtedly be a significant milestone in AIMA Gujarat’s ongoing efforts to honour and promote academic excellence. By recognizing achievers like Ms. Vivikta Vinod Nair, AIMA will continue to inspire the youth to pursue education with passion and purpose. The legacy of Late Paul Diclause will live on through every young scholar who is empowered to dream, learn, and succeed.

This event will not only honour a deserving student but will also serve as a beacon of hope and encouragement for the entire community, echoing the values of perseverance, excellence, and collective pride.