Established 13th January 2024 · Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu

Rooted in Nature,
Growing Together

The Mettupalayam Forestry Graduates Alumni Association (MEFGAA) brings together alumni of the Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam. Our network connects forestry professionals, researchers, conservationists, and officers working to protect forests, wildlife, and natural ecosystems across India.

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About MEFGAA

A Fellowship Forged in the Forest

MEFGAA — the Mettupalayam Forestry Graduates Alumni Association — is a professional network formed by graduates of the Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam. The association aims to strengthen the connection among forestry professionals, support young graduates entering the field, and contribute to forest conservation and environmental sustainability.

Our alumni serve across government forest departments, research institutions, NGOs, wildlife conservation programs, and the private sector. Through MEFGAA, we promote collaboration, mentorship, and a shared commitment to protecting forests and biodiversity. The association successfully organized its first alumni meet on 13 January 2024, marking the beginning of a strong alumni network.

Networking
Connect with alumni across India
Mentorship
Guide upcoming forestry graduates
Conservation
Protecting Tamil Nadu's ecosystems
Recognition
Celebrating alumni achievements
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Leadership

Office Bearers

The elected leaders who guide and serve the Mettupalayam Forestry Graduates Alumni Association.

Patron
Dr. A. Balasubramanian
Honoured Patron
Dr. A. Balasubramanian
Dean, Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam
Executive Officers
Dr. V. Priyanka
President
Dr. V. Priyanka
Dr. S. Venkatesan, IFS
Vice President
Dr. S. Venkatesan, IFS
Mr. S. Sharankumar
Secretary
Mr. S. Sharankumar
Mr. T. Manojkumar
Joint Secretary
Mr. T. Manojkumar
Dr. V. Sivakumar
Treasurer
Dr. V. Sivakumar
Executive Committee Members
Mr. Tamilselvan
Dr. V. George Jenner
Dr. K. Nelson Navamani Raj
Mr. K. Murugan
Dr. M. Umadevi
Mr. G. Anandan
Mr. N. Naveenkumar
Mr. Anbarasu KS
Mr. Prabakaran
Mr. M. Muthukumar
Mr. Godwin G Nigil
Mr. M. Ashwin Niranjan
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MEFGAA Elections 2025 — Results Declared
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1/2
Mettupalayam 10:00 – 12:00

MEFGAA Elections 2025 — Results Declared

Dear MEFGAA Family, We are pleased to announce the results of the MEFGAA General Elections 2025. The elections were conducted in two phases on 30th and 31st May 2025 through the Right2Vote platform under Chief Election Officers Dr. M.P. Divya, Mr. Naresh Bhaskar and Dr. P. Masilamani. The newly elected office bearers are: President – Dr. V. Priyanka Ph.D. | Vice President – Dr. S. Venkatesan IFS | Treasurer – Dr. V. Sivakumar Ph.D. | Secretary – Mr. S. Sharankumar | Joint Secretary – Mr. T. Manoj Kumar. Congratulations to all elected members. The new Executive Committee assumes charge following the handover from the Interim Committee on 8th June 2025.

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🏛️ MEFGAA Officially Registered — A Historic Milestone
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30
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2/2
Mettupalayam 12:00 – 17:00

🏛️ MEFGAA Officially Registered — A Historic Milestone

Dear MEFGAA Family, We are proud to announce that the Madras Engineering Forest Graduates Alumni Association (MEFGAA) has been legally registered on 30th August 2024 — a landmark achievement in our journey that began at the 1st Alumni Meet on 13th January 2024 at FCRI, Mettupalayam. Under the stewardship of Interim Committee President Thiru. V. Thirunavukarasu and Secretary Dr. V. Priyanka, the association also raised over ₹18 lakhs through two major fundraising efforts, established a bank account, and introduced digital governance including online meetings and voting. This marks a proud new chapter for alumni of the Forest College & Research Institute spanning 34 batches (1985–2019).

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🏛️ MEFGAA Officially Registered — A Historic Milestone

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Office Address
M/s Mettupalayam Forestry Graduates Alumni Association (MEFGAA),
1C Silver Garden, Ramasamy Nagar,
Oomapalayam Road, Odanthurai,
Mettupalayam, Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu – 641301, India
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+91 94893 48933 (Secretary / WhatsApp)
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Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (by appointment)

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