Seeking a better livelihood, he left his uncle's cargo boat for Rangoon, where he changed jobs several times, eventually becoming a contractor for the supply of workers to British rice mills and naval yards.

[5][6] In 1912, Naicker registered a will in the district court of Rangoon, setting aside ₹8 lakh from his wealth for various philanthropic activities.

[4] His will stipulated that the funds be used for the establishment and maintenance of educational institutions, temples, and welfare initiatives, including providing scholarships for poor students and feeding the needy.

Among the notable beneficiaries was Yellapragada Subbarow, the renowned scientist who received financial support to study abroad.

[5] Malladi Satyalingam Naicker's charitable legacy continues through the operations of M. S. N. Charities, which remains active in providing education and welfare services.

A lesson highlighting the nobility of character and generosity of Satyalingam has been prescribed for ninth class pupils by the Education Department of Andhra Pradesh.