About | Alaguraj Builders

Our Story

S.Ramasamy

Building Since 1941

WE DON’T BUILD STRUCTURES, WE BUILD RELATIONSHIPS.
– A Relationship cemented in stone and steel, firmly grounded in a solid foundation of our client’s trust and confidence.

R. Alaguraj Builders, formerly known as ‘Ramasamy Building Contractor’ was founded in the year 1941, by our Father KATTIDA KALAINGAR S.Ramaswamy, a builder and entrepreneur in Madurai – whose skills and techniques had garnered numerous recognition back in the era. He believed that construction is not just a business activity but an opportunity to provide ethical solutions in every way possible. With the same commitment and values in mind and over 80 years (Eight Decades) of expertise, we now stand as a pioneer in the industry.

We have ample experience gained from working many decades in all facets of the construction industry. We are a hands-on organization, our executive team’s active involvement in the day-to-day operations has played an integral part in shaping the evolution of the company over the years. The willingness of our dedicated team to always go the extra mile to ensure top-notch professionalism has been a key factor in enabling the company to forge lasting bonds with numerous satisfied customers.

There is no substitute for experience and skill and this is
evident in our quality of ours.

Throughout the years, we have not only met our clients’ expectation but exceeded them.

Our History

The company was founded by Kattida Kalaignar, S.Ramasamy in 1941. From small beginnings, the company has seen healthy growth over the decades. A remarkable number of early buildings and projects are still standing today, this puts an emphasis on the quality and effort for our long-term commitment and customer relationships.

The company was founded by our Father S. Ramasamy.

1941

The company diversified its operations by undertaking full-fledged construction services.

1946

We successfully completed our first major commercial project that we undertook at Thirumangalam.

1949

We became the pioneers in Madurai - for constructing the first RCC Framed Civil Structure model for a chain of Education sector projects.

1957

We received the Kattida Kalingar Award from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru Mr. Kamaraj for the construction of the 10,000 Sq.ft NVS Higher Secondary School.

1962

Our Father S.Ramasamy retires from his position in the company.

1976

Our company name was changed to ‘R. Alaguraj Builders’ after the succession of our Managing Director R. Alaguraj.

1978

R. Alaguraj Builder receives an Award from TN Public Works Department Minister Shri K.K.S.S. Ramachandran for constructing the 10,000 Sq.ft Nagarathinam Marriage Hall

1986

We constructed the state of the art 75,000 Sq.ft. Devasakayam Matriculation Higher Secondary School Education sector project at Pasumalai, Madurai.

1990

We constructed the top tier education project 65,000 Sq.ft. Sermathai Vasan College at Avaniyapuram, Madurai.

1997

We received an award from the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Dr.M.Karunanidhi for constructing the sophisticated 21,000 Sq.ft Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

2000

We demonstrated our capability/efficiency in project management by constructing the 50,000 Sq.ft. Pioneer Meenakshi College at Poovandhi, Madurai in just 160 days.

2001

We received an Award from the Union Minister for Railways Shri A.K. Moorthy for constructing the MEPCO Mini Auditorium

2002

We successfully completed the vast 1,25,000 Sq.ft. SVN College, Education sector project at Nagamalai Pudukottai, Madurai.

2003

We received an Award from the Actor & Politician Puratchi Kalaingar Vijaykanth for constructing the 10,000 sq.ft NVS Primary School, South Gate, Madurai.

2004

We received an Award from the Union Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers Shri M.K. Azhagiri for constructing the 60,000 Sq.ft Malar Residency at Mattuthavani, Madurai.

2008

We received an Award from the Minister for Revenue/Disaster Management and Information Technology Shri R.B. Udhaya Kumar for constructing the 1,60,000 Sq.ft Nagarathinam Angalammal Arts & Science College, Madurai.

2015

We received an Award from Vasanth TV Network for constructing the largest furniture showroom in Madurai, 40,000 Sq.ft Nippon Furniture Showroom.

2018

Our People

R. Alaguraj Builders’ most prized assets are its people. Our people form the backbone of the company, many reaching up to 50+ years of service. Both our office-based & site-based management team have a proactive hands-on approach and profound knowledge of the projects at the practical levels.

Our projects and clients benefit from the personal attention of our Executive Team, which ensures that they deal directly with the decision-makers.

Executive Team

They provide strategic and operational leadership to the company. They set goals, develop strategies, and ensure the strategies are executed effectively