COMPANY PROFILE

It was an immaculate day in the history of Kerala which she gives birth to the
Mangalam Magazine which is the primary product of the Mangalam Group
almost three decades ago. It can be viewed only with a miraculous age, the
growth of this publication from its nascent state to a more matured and incredible
position in the news paper industry. The effort of this novice in the news paper
industry is not at all an accidental one. It is the result of hundreds and thousands
of dedicated men and women who shed their flesh and blood to the well off the
paper. But the impetus behind all these achievements is the great man,
Mr.M.C.Varghese, a noted philanthropist and a visionary. So I think it is more apt
to have a close look at the various development stages of the Mangalam Group.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

The Mangalam Publications (India) Private Limited has got a kick off in the year
1969 as a monthly journal with a meager circulation of 250 copies, turned to a
fortnightly and became a weekly smashing the record in Indian journalism with a
circulation of over 1.5 million copies. The weekly deep with a widely varied
package of humor stories human sentiments and helpful information, guide
people in all walks of lives.

In the three decades of its existence, the Mangalam adherence to the

fundamental human values, Kerala’s literature and culture have become timeless
legends. The main motto of various publications of this group is to take them to
the common people in the language of their own hearts. Ignoring the values of
caste, community and religion and thus become a true keeper of the society.
Those who are having a glimpse of these publications can easily construe its
adherence to its off shot and its principles. So in Mangalam you can see a whole
world of images, ideas, emotions, passions and feelings communicated with
originality, force and depth under the stamp of credibility which are unique to the
Mangalam Group.

The effort behind the group’s unique style of functioning is its chairman. Mr.
M.C.Varghese. As a dedicated servant of the society, he has left his foot prints in
the sands of humanitarian service. Born on 29th June, 1933, he entered the field
of printing and publishing. In the early ages being a philanthropist, he dedicated
his life to the well being of the community. One of his dreams came true when he
organized the first dowry less community marriage in the year 1980. Obviously
this was the first shot fixed in Kerala in the war against the monster of dowry.

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The very first publication of the Mangalam Group was printed from a cylinder
press cranked with hand. Advancement in science and technology, the winds of
change in terms of social enlightenment, cultural enrichment etc. have had its
direct impact on Mangalam as well. It was because of this surge in technology
and increased demand, a new automatic German printing press had been
introduced, which lead to the improvement in the printing quality and reduce the
time needed for printing as well.

It was a significant advancement in the history of the company from its infancy to
a more developed phase, when the company planned to start a news paper in
the year 1989. Thus it successfully launched the Kottayam edition of the daily on
16th march of 1989, though it had a humble beginning with only one edition from
Kottayam district, later it dilated its wings with four more editions from Kozhikode,
Kochi, Trivandrum and Thrissur. The mangalam weekly is in a fabulous position
in this competitive industry by its lucid, candid and impartial editing and by its
affordable price. Its circulation is about 3 lakhs now. This I think it’s enough to tell
all about this news paper which would capitalize on the appetite of an average
malayalee reader.

The Mangalam Group is now one of the major business groups in Kerala.

The four concerns of Mangalam Group are:

• The Mangalam Publications (India) Private Limited

• The Mangalam Hospitals Pvt. Ltd.
• The Mangalam Confectionery Pvt. Ltd.
• The Mangalam Homes and Resorts Pvt. Ltd.

CURRENT POSITION OF THE COMPANY

The Mangalam Publications has commenced its operation in the year 1969.
Within this short span of time the organization achieved most both in technical
and administrative fields. And it is very happy to declare that the company is now
running in a very strong position.

The news paper wing of the company is running in an excellent position as per
the record of the ABC ( Audit Bureau of Circulation ). Mangalam daily is the
newspaper which ranks the second position among the dailies published from
Kottayam town. The ABC has approved 1 Lakh 4 Thousand copies.
 SISTER CONCERNS OF MANGALAM

Mangalam Hospitals Pvt. Ltd.

As part of its philanthropic work Mangalam has ventured into health care which
was launched with the mission of establishing a string of diagnostic facilities and
especially hospitals,with the state of the art facility at affordable cost for the
common man. The new venture has already made a mark for itself. Establish in
1985 at Kottayam as a unit of Mangalam Hospitals (P) Ltd, an ultra modern
diagnostic center named the ‘Mangalam Diagnostic Center’ with fully and well
equipped laboratory facilities and highly qualified professionals. The centre
functions in close cooperation with the Bhaba Atomic Research Center, Mumbai
and Christian Medical College Velloor.

Mangalam Confectionery Pvt. Ltd.

It is a well established manufacturing unit that is producing delicious sweets with

the brand name of Triffany. Eclairs in different flavours like coconut chocolate
and coffee are being produced here by using most modern and advanced
technology, keeping up all the international standards under the strict advice and
supervision of experts from aboard.

Mangalam Homes and Resorts Pvt. Ltd.

As an attempt of the mangalam Group outside the media related activities, a new
project under the name and style of Mangalam Homes and Resorts Pvt. Ltd.
Was launched as a new venture to ensure home for all. Excellent flats, villas and
resorts of the Mangalam Homes and Resorts were spread all over the length and
breadth of Kerala. Commercial complexes are also there in the hearts of major
cities in Kerala. Luxury apartments at affordable cost is the motto of Mangalam
Homes and Resorts Pvt. Ltd.

MANGALAM CHARITABLE WORK

Mangalam Educational Society

The Mangalam Group under the continued stewardship of its founding chairman
and Managing Director have expanded its activities. It includes not only the
highly successful business ventures carving a niche for itself in the annals of
entrepreneurial success in independent India but also a forerunner in many a
humanitarian social service including “the mangalam educational society”, a
philanthropic foundation committed to the progress of quality professional
education in Kerala. The Various Educational Institutions owned by Mangalam
Group are listed below.

Mangalam College of Engineering (MLMCE)

The Mangalam College of Engineering, a coeducational professional institution

promoted by the Mangalam Educational Society, is accredited by All India
Council for technical Education (AICTE) and affiliated to the M G University,
Kotayam. Recognizing the current trends in the field of engineering the college
offers B.Tech, degree in six branches : Electronics and Communication,
computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Information Technology, Civil
Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Besides these branches in
engineering education, the college provides facility for higher Education in Master
of Business Administration (MBA) as well.

Mangalam College of Education(B.Ed college)

It is affiliated to M G University, Kottayam and recognized by National Council for

Teacher Education (NCTE), New Delhi. Mangalam College of Education is the
only college in the unaided sector which is accredited by National Assessment
and Accreditation Council (NAAC), New Delhi. Hundreds of students are
graduated from this college for their B. Ed degree every year.

Mangalam English Medium Higher Secondary School

One of the premier institutions of its kind in Kerala is the Mangalam English
Medium Higher Secondary School. It has a highly beautiful campus with a vast
area at the scenic village of Ettumanoor in Kottayam. The institution has become
a flowing system, watering many and a source of light illuminating many and
thirsty mind.

Mangalam Teachers Training Institute (TTI)

It provides education for those who seek education for being teachers in primary
schools in the country. The institute is also recognized by NCTE, New Delhi.
Mangalam online store

The Mangalam Online Store facilitate customers to book and purchase their
needy items such as various mangalam publications. Selected writings of
renowned authors, varied gift items to their kith and kin and apparels for their
kids. It also makes it possible for a citizen to read the mangalam Daily online. All
these advancement in this information super highway show that nothing can
supersede the growth of Mangalam Group even in this present era of technology.

OTHER ACTIVITIES OF MANGALAM GROUP

Dowry less community marriage

Mangalam Group of publication took initiative in organizing dowry less

community marriages for economically and socially depressed women in Kerala
apart from literacy campaign.

Helping hand for the sufferings

He stretched his helping hand through Mangalam Publications by collecting

generous donations from the readers all over the world for the victims of
accident, natural calamities and social neglect through its regular columns title
“Victims of Cruel Fate”.

Mangalam Readers’ cancer ward

There is a ward named “Mangalam readers cancer ward” at Kottayam Medical

College . Mangalam raised more than Rs.8.5 Lakhs from its readers by
increasing the price of weekly by 10 paise for four weeks consecutively during
the September 1988 to construct the ward. Those little drops made an ocean
when many of the readers sent their generation also.

Home for the Homeless

The weekly continues its charity service by finding out the financially weak and
depressed people for providing financial aid collected as readers contribution.
Mangalam has also constructed and donated houses for the homeless in various
parts of the state.
Leadership to the youth

Not only through the weekly and other publications, but also through a variety of
projects the Mangalam Group has contributed for the development of arts and
culture. The Mangalam ‘kalasahithya vedi’, an organization formed under the
patronage of Mr. M.C. Varghese for the promotion of art, literature and social
service activity has now grown to a world wide organization, doing credible
services in various walks of Human Life.

Leadership training programs for youth and social service activities are
conducted through Mangalam ‘Kala sahithya vedi’. Such as arts festivels,
seminars, public meetings, medical camps, national integration camps,
Campaigns against the evils of drugs and alcohol, athletic meets etc. in all parts
of the country to promote national integration.

Mangalam also sponsored women’s club, Teacher’s forum, Children’s club

International, Mangalam Orchestra and Film club.

PRODUCTS OF THE COMPANY

Mangalam Newspaper

Mangalam daily is started on 16th march of 1989 with only one edition from
Kottayam district. 4 editions started later at Calicut, Cochin, Trivandrum and
Trichur. No political inclination, without the support of any Community or cast,
affordable price and impartial Reporting are its outstanding qualities.

Mangalam Weekly

A weekly with 16 Lakh copies and million of readers wrote its golden chapter in
the annals Asian publishing history. It is having a wide range of readers and is
showering down to the hearts of readers by breaking all the barriers of age and
sex. Mangalam weekly also had advanced a lot. Now newspaper and all other
publications are printed by using the most modern German technology offset
press using “News Line 45” and also the counting and packing are done by using
machines. It publishes special international edition for the non residents and also
published in Kannada.
Kanyaka ( women’s fortnightly)

It is one of the leading women’s Magazines in Malayalam. It deals with the

contemporary issues of women in general. It also contains up-to-date features
on current affairs, interesting stories, touching poems and informative cartoon.
Kanyaka is also a kitchen friend, beautician, family guide and health care
advisor.

Balamangalam

Balamangalam is one of the popular children’s weekly in Malayalam. Published

in Kannada also. Children love the stories, cartoons and comics in this
magazine. It emphasizes more on the moral values. It also aims at the mental
enhancement of young(kids) generation by thinking through laughter.

Balamangalam Chithrakatha

It is a children’s magazine in Malayalam publishing fortnightly with full of fun and

amusement. It has become the best companion of children in all ages.

Kalicheppu

The most favourite Malayalam Magazine among the children, especially in the
primary classes, publishing fortnightly. The mini stories and children’s songs are
well enjoyed by the kids.

Cinema Mangalam (weekly)

It gives the stories, news and flash-backs of the interesting events in the cinema
field with fascinating picture and reports.

Jyothisha Bhooshanam (fortnightly)

It is one of the leading Astrological Magazines in Malayalam. It deals with the

Different branches of the thantric viz. Palm History, Horoscope, Prasna Sastra.
Also covers History of famous Temples.

Arogya Mangalam (monthly)

One of the popular Health Magazines published in Malayalam. It deals with

different types of diseases and precautions to be taken against them. Also gives
direction to maintain good health.
 Product Profile

The world of information has extended its boundaries to an extent which cannot
be measured. Information as a Tree, has spread its branches all over the world.
Obviously, there is a cut throat competition in this modern era visible in the News
paper Industry also. The Mangalam Group as a part of taking up these
challenging trends , planned to start a News paper in the year 1989. As a result
it successfully launched the Kottayam Edition on 16th March 1989. Now with its
lucid, candid and impartial writings, it conquered the hearts of Malayalee readers
with a circulation of around Two Lakhs copy per day.

Apart from the regular nation, international, local, sports, editorial, classified,
obituary and business news, the Mangalam Daily has exclusively columns too.

Educational News

This column provides moderate carrier guidance for the youth and much
university news.

Job opportunity

Through this column, the Mangalam Daily gives you the nation as well as
international job opportunities.

Pallikoodam

A separate page is provided especially to School Students in order to help them

for the preparation of projects and studies.

Letters to the Editor

The Mangalam Daily makes it possible to have a healthy reader-editor relation

ship via this column. Readers ca write their suggestions to the editor through
this, which makes Mangalam Daily more users friendly .

Charithra Vazhi

This column tells you important events that took place in the past years on the
issued date of the Daily. Besides all these, the Mangalam Daily has the following
facilities too to make it more transparent.
Mangalam Customer Care Cell

One can convey his/her views and suggestions about the daily through
telephone. The customer care cell follows the suit for its readers

Talk Time

Like the Mangalam Customer care cell, the ‘Talk time’ is also facilitating the
customers to let know their opinions on an important issue or event. There is an
old saying that ”when love and skill work together, expects a miracle”. One
who is having a close look at the Mangalam Daily can find that it is true in case
of the Mangalam Daily too. Yes, it is that love the Mangalam is having its
readers and the skills of thousands of its dedicated employees delivered that
miraculous giant- The Mangalam.