The college was established by the renowned social reformer, Indian freedom fighter and visionary Bharatha Kesari Padma Bhushan Mannathu Padmanabhan in 1964.

The college is a tribute to Thalakulathu Velu Thampi Dalawa, an Indian freedom fighter whose unwavering principles of valour, conviction, and patriotism continue to inspire generations.

Nestled in a picturesque 19-acre campus atop Dhanuvachapuram hillock, a countryside of Neyyattinkara Taluk in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, the college offers a serene and inspiring setting for learning, conducive to intellectual growth and exploration.

The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

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