Brief History
MES Kalladi College, Mannarkkad, is the first college established by the Muslim Educational Society (MES), Calicut, with a mission to promote higher education in Kerala, especially in the educationally backward regions of Malabar. The institution was founded through the dedicated efforts of the late Kalladi Cheriya Kunhammed Sahib and the generous support of the local community. A major portion of the campus land was donated by the late Janab Valayadi Kunhayammu Haji.
Located about 2 km from Mannarkkad town on the Palakkad–Calicut National Highway, the college is set in a scenic environment bordered by the perennial Kunthipuzha River and surrounded by the hills of Silent Valley and Attappadi.
The college began as a junior college in 1967 and was upgraded in 1971 with degree programs in History, Economics, Mathematics, Botany, and Commerce. It became a postgraduate institution in 1978 with the introduction of the M.Com program.
The institution has consistently strengthened its academic and research profile, achieving NAAC accreditation with an A+ grade in 2019. It also received FIST funding from the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The Departments of History and Chemistry have been recognized as Research Centres. In recent years, the college has introduced innovative programs including the Five-Year Integrated PG Programme in Forensic Science and B.Voc programmes.
Founding Visionaries
Dr. P K Abdul Gafoor
Founder MES Kerala
Kalladi Cheriya Kunhammed Sahib
Founder MES Kalladi College Mannarkkad
About MES
Muslim Educational Society was founded in 1964 at Calicut under the tutelage of the inspiring personality Late Dr. Abdul Gafoor. From its humble beginning M.E.S has become one of the largest educational agencies in Kerala with a network of schools and colleges. During the initial stages M.E.S encouraged education among the members of its community by awarding scholarships. The commitment and understanding spirit shown by the M.E.S to impart knowledge to the educationally under privileged class of the society have gained wide respect and reputation.
MES is the largest corporate educational agency of the Muslims in India, with more than 150 educational institutions, including Medical College, Dental College, Engineering Colleges, College of Nursing, Arts & Science College, B.Ed Colleges, CBSE Schools, State Syllabus Higher Secondary School and Industrial Training Centers with more than 100,000 students and around 15,000 employees. Hospitals, Orphanages, Old-age Homes, Special Schools for Mentally Challenged, Cultural Complexes and various hostels draw up the broad canvas of services offered and activities undertaken by the society. The MES has registered its presence not only in India but in all the Middle East nations and enjoy the patronage of people from all the quarters as a politically neutral body and extends its services to all, upholding its secular fabric.
Founding Visionaries
Dr. Fazal Gafoor
President , MES
Jb. K.K. Kunjumoideen
State General Secretary , MES
Vision
To develop responsible citizens through quality education, encouraging competence, scientific thinking, civic awareness, and social responsibility.
Mission
The institution expands knowledge through innovative programmes for society's needs. It mentors underprivileged students to become confident and self-reliant. The college promotes an inclusive, culturally rich environment for equality and brotherhood.
Core Values
Former Principal
| Sl. No. | Name | Period of Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1. |
Prof. A. P. Ibrahim Kunju (Late)
|
1967-1972
|
| 2. | Prof. K. I. Muhammed Kutty (Late) |
1972-1990
|
| 3. |
Prof. P. K. Noorudheen
|
1990-1991
|
| 4. | Prof. M. Mohammed |
1991-1996
|
| 5. |
Prof. M. Mohammed
| 1978 – 1982 |
| 6. |
Prof. M. K. Fareed
|
1998-2001
|
| 7. |
Prof. T. T. Saidalavi
| 2001 – 2008 |
| 8. |
Dr. K. K. Abdhurahiman
|
2008-2015
|
| 9. |
Prof. Usman Vengasseri
|
2015-2017
|
| 10. |
Dr. O P Salahudheen
|
2017-2019
|
| 11. |
Dr. Ajims P. Mohammed
| 2019 |
| 12. |
Dr. T. K. Jaleel
|
2021-2022
|
| 13. |
Dr. Haseena V A
|
2022-2023
|
14. | Dr. C Rajesh | 2023-2025 |