Our Inspiration — Manel Srinivas Nayak

Manel Srinivas Nayak was a stalwart who spearheaded the rapid expansion of Besant Institutions for nearly four decades.

MSNM Besant Institute of PG Management Studies is named after this great community leader, as a tribute to his contributions to the growth of Besant Institutions.

A multifaceted personality - a political leader, social worker, temple trustee, banker and a great educationist – he brought about transformational development of Women’s National Education Society. Through his visionary leadership, WNES gave birth to several new institutions and carried forward the ideals of Dr Annie Besant of employing education as a tool for emancipation and empowerment.

A successful businessman, he was also a spirited social worker and community reformer who was deeply inspired by India’s freedom struggle. He had served as an state legislator (MLA) and also as an office bearer of numerous temples and social institutions.