Lion Dr. Arigapudi Vijay Kumar is one of the rare people who personify their given names – He has seen Vijay (success) with every task he has undertaken in every field he has been associated with. Born in a family with high moral,ethical and philanthropic values to Sri Arigapudi Purnachandra Rao, Retd. Head Master and Smt. A.Nancharamma, Retd. Telugu Teacher, he grew up emulating his elders and learning the “Joy of giving”.
This learning he has been following throughout his illustrious life. He is a man who wears many hats and justifies each one of them. A Science Graduate with a PG Diploma in Computer Science, an accomplished sportsperson who has represented his Home State at National Level Championships and a successful industrialist.
He embarked on his journey in Lionism as the Charter 1% Vice President of LC Jadcherla and progressed to become the President in 1989 and later a Zone Chairman, Region chairman and Group Coordinator of Campaign “Sight First”. He was unanimously elected as Vice District Governor 96-97. “Family Care” theme proposed by him achieved tremendous success all around. Vijay Kumar was the driving force behind the donation of ambulances to the rural clubs, building the Lions Child Development Centre at Niloufer Hospital, Hyderabad and construction of 34 Balajyothi Schools.
A record 324 IOL surgeries were performed in One day during his tenure. He was instrumental in the construction of Smt. Nancharamma Purnachandra Rao Memorial Hospital in 1992-93 and handing it over to the Government and also 20 acres of land worth 8 crores was donated for the construction of Purnachandra Rao Memorial Market Yard which was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Y.S.Rajashekhar Reddy. His exemplary services as a leader and as a motivator gained recognition in the form of International President’s Medal for 2000-2001 and 2003-2004 for outstanding lionistic works.This “No Problem” Governor is a recipient of several National and State Levels Honours.
His philanthropy extends not only to the upliftment of the poor and downtrodden but also to the field of art and culture. He has extended support to various socio-cultural organisations to help them in succeeding in their endeavours to protect and promote the Indian Art-and Culture. He is the chief Patron for several such organisations too.
Lion Dr. A. Vijay Kumar has extended his support to several organisations dedicated to the services to the poor, orphans, physically and mentally challenged children and also the senior citizens. He is the Chairman of K R Reddy Memorial old age home and orphanage, Gen. Secy. to the Economic Council, Trustee of Educational and Medical Trust Ram Reddy Eye Hospital, Lions Bhavan and the Lions Seva Kendra Trust.
In view of his unstinting efforts in the field of Social Service and promotion of Art and Culture, Lion Dr. A. Vijay Kumar was felicitated by Vamsee Art Theaters and was conferred the title of “Seva Saarvabhauma” and “Vadaanya Varenya”. On the eve of the New Year, he was also conferred the title of “Man of the Year -2017, “Visistha Sevaratna” and “Life Time Achievement Award” by Telugu Velugu Cultural Association at Vishakapatnam and Hyderabad, “Kala Samrat” and “Pride of India” Award by Srutilaya Arts Academy, “Kala Seva Prapoorna” by Srujana Arts, Hyderabad, “Kala Seva Ratna” by Seven Hills Cultural and Social Organisation,“Uttama Pourudu” by Visakha Samacharam Daily and “Samskrutika Yasho Bhooshana” by Tejaswini Cultural Association. –
He was also felicitated by reputed cultural organisations across two Telugu States like Sri Krishna Swara Raaga Sravanthi, RR Creations, Madhura Veena Musicals, Suja Ramana Cultural Academy, Sarada Lakshmi Cultural Academy, Sri Sai Lalitha Music Academy, Raga Virajita Cultural Association, Fusion Four Group to name a few.
His philanthropic and social activites are supported and encouraged by his wife Smt. A.Krishna Kumari and his three sons Shri Purna Kumar, who is happily settled in Hyderabad and Shri Amit Kumar and Shri Sumit Kumar who are residing in Dallas and Houston respectively. For a detailed account of Smt A Krishna Kumari’s life and accomplishments, click here.