{
  "id": 11326963,
  "title": "Indian expat education leader who founded 9 schools in UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain dies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/indian-expat-education-leader-who-founded-9-schools-in-uae-kuwait",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T01:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-education-leader-who-founded-9-schools-in-uae-kuwait-bahrain-dies-1.500695511"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NK Ramachandran Menon, the founder and chairman of Bhavans Middle East, passed away at the age of 78 in Kerala on Wednesday, according to his family. The family held last rites for him at their home in Aluva on Thursday. Bhavans Middle East operates nine schools and two early-years centers across the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain, serving thousands of students. The most recent addition to their network is the Pearl Heritage School in Abu Dhabi, which opened in August. The organization, a part of the larger Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan group with roots in India, was founded in 1938 by K M Munshi and has expanded significantly over the years. Menon, a banker by profession, moved to Kuwait in 1969 and initiated the idea of bringing Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan to the Middle East in 2000. He became the first Indian resident in Kuwait to receive a UAE Golden Visa in early 2022. Menon's leadership was characterized by his innovative approach to education and technology, as well as his commitment to fostering responsible and compassionate individuals. His family and colleagues are mourning his loss, with all Bhavans schools closing early for a condolence assembly and prayers.",
  "summary": "Dubai: NK Ramachandran Menon, founder and chairman of Bhavans Middle East, who built a network of schools across the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain, has died aged 78, his family told Gulf News. The Indian expat education leader passed away on Wednesday in Kerala, the family said. Last rites were held on Thursday at the family home in Aluva. According to the family, the group he led now has nine schools…",
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}