India's Premier Textile Conglomerate

Weaving Legacy
& Excellence
Since 1962

From a humble weaving unit in Tiruppur to one of South India's most celebrated business conglomerates — spanning textiles, jewellery, energy, construction, education & healthcare.

ISO 9001:2000 Silk Mark Guinness Record BIS Certified
Group at a Glance
1962
Founded
52K+
Employees
25+
Locations
65 MW
Energy
FounderA. Kulandaivel Mudaliar
HQTiruppur, TN
AreaSouthern India
Our Story

The Visionaries Behind the Legacy

Meet the leaders who have shaped The KTM Jewellery Limited into one of South India's most trusted names — across textiles, jewellery, and beyond.

T.K. Chandiran
Sri T.K. Chandiran
Chairman & Managing Director
Sri T.K. Chandiran

Shri. T.K. Chandiran, appointed as Chairman and Managing Director from 05 June 2012, is an alumnus of Sri Venkateshwara University and holds a master's degree in Commerce and BGL. With over forty years of experience in retail jewellery, textile showrooms, and power generation, he is the founder chairman of The Chennai Silks, SCM Group of Companies, and Sree Kumaran Thanga Maligai — a leading textile and jewellery manufacturer, exporter, and retailer since 1991. Under his direction, the group diversified into renewable power generation in 2005. Presently he also serves as Managing Director of "The KTM Jewellery Limited" and Director of "KKV Gold N Retail Limited".

C. Selvi
Ms. C. Selvi
Whole-Time Director
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A.C. Vineeth Kumar
Mr. A.C. Vineeth Kumar
Non-Executive Director
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Our Story

A Legacy Built on Craft & Vision

From a small weaving unit to one of South India's most celebrated conglomerates — six decades of trust, quality, and innovation.

The Chennai Silks is an Indian business conglomerate headquartered in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu. Founded by A. Kulandaivel Mudaliar, the group has expanded into textiles, jewellery, garment manufacturing, construction, renewable energy, FMCG, education, and healthcare.

With over 52,000 employees across 25+ locations, the group leads with innovation and an unwavering commitment to customer trust. In 2007, The Chennai Silks created the world's most expensive saree at ₹41 lakh — earning a Guinness World Record.

Type
Private
Industry
Textile, Retail, Energy, Construction, Education
Products
Sarees, Jewellery, Garments, FMCG, Footwear, Furniture
Website
The KTM
Jewellery Limited
₹41L
World's Costliest Saree
40+
Windmills
65 MW
Power Installed
BIS
Certified Jeweller
Tiruppur · Tamil Nadu · India
What We Do

Our Business Verticals

A diversified conglomerate spanning six major sectors built on decades of expertise.

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Textiles & Retail

ISO 9001:2000 certified showrooms across South India selling silk sarees, wedding attire, and apparel for the whole family. Online shopping available.

Flagship
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Sree Kumaran Thangamaligai

Among the first BIS-certified jewellers in Tamil Nadu with branches across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Hyderabad.

Jewellery
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SCM Garments & Textiles

One of India's largest knitted garment exporters supplying Decathlon, Tesco, and Polo Ralph Lauren.

Export

Renewable Energy

KKV Agro Powers Ltd. operates wind & solar projects listed on NSE SME. SCM Energy Division manages 65 MW installed capacity across 40+ windmills.

Green Energy
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Teemage Precast

Precast concrete construction. Executed landmark projects for Airport Authority of India, Kudankulam Nuclear Plant, and ISRO.

Infrastructure
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SCM Textile Spinners

Spinning mill established in 2003 at Coimbatore, manufacturing and exporting yarn for warp and hosiery applications.

Manufacturing
Milestones

Records & Achievements

Decades of dedication producing milestones recognized nationally and globally.

2007

Guinness World Record

Created the world's most expensive saree at ₹41 lakh, featuring Raja Ravi Varma painting reproductions.

65 MW

Green Energy Leader

Over 40 windmills generating ~900,000 units per month — half used internally for self-sustained operations.

52K+

Workforce Strength

One of the largest private employers in South India's textile and retail sector across 25+ locations.

Where We Are

Our Presence Across India

Bringing world-class textiles closer to every family across Southern India.

TiruppurCoimbatoreErodeChennai T-NagarTrichyKarurKochiTirunelveliVelloreSalemVillupuramHosurVelacheryMaduraiChittoorTuticorinKumbakonamTiruvallurHyderabadDindigulChrompettaiThanjavurPuducherryMegandhipattanam
Social Responsibility

Giving Back to Communities

The group believes growth is meaningful only when it uplifts communities.

Sri Nachammal Vidhavani School

Sri Nachammal Vidhavani School

School in Tiruppur with international ambience and state-of-the-art infrastructure — shaping tomorrow's leaders.

AKUN Hospital

AKUN Charity Hospitals

AKUN Hospital — offers affordable, quality healthcare, making medical care accessible regardless of economic background.

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TKC Academy

Vocational training programs empowering youth with practical skills and pathways to meaningful careers.

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Gajaananda Trust

Free matrimonial services — removing financial barriers to one of life's most important milestones for families.

Daivel Universal Software Solutions

Daivel Universal Software Solutions

IT solutions provider offering free software services to NGOs and non-profits, enhancing their operational efficiency and impact.

Leadership

Key People

Guided by visionary leadership committed to excellence, ethics, and innovation.

TC
Sri TK Chandiran
Group Leadership
KM
Sri K Manickam
Group Leadership
KS
Sri K Sivalingam
Group Leadership
PA
Sri P K Arumugam
Group Leadership
KN
Sri K Nandhagopal
Group Leadership
KV
Sri K Vinayagam
Vice Chairman, SIMA
KP
Sri K Paramasivam
Group Leadership
Get In Touch

Connect With Us

We welcome conversations that create value — whether you're a partner, supplier, investor, or customer. Reach out and let's explore possibilities together.

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636, Vivahaa building, Oppanakara street, TownHall
Also: Coimbatore, Chennai & 20+ locations
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ISO 9001:2000 · Silk Mark · BIS Jeweller · Guinness World Records