A village-born financier, a global Lions gift and the long argument that prosperity must enrich the soil beneath it. Valapad, Thrissur — In July 2026, Lion V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance Ltd, was recognised on a global stage for a contribution of US$1.5 million to the Lions Clubs International Foundation […]
Mr. V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance Ltd., has contributed US$1.5 million to Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), the charitable arm of Lions International. The contribution will support the foundation’s humanitarian programmes across the world, including initiatives in education, healthcare, disaster relief, youth empowerment,

