Midhunraj Ottakandan

Midhunraj Ottakandan
Midhunraj Ottakandan
Born	July 2, 1996, Tirur, Kerala, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Teacher, International Relations Specialist, Social Worker, Humanitarian
Title	CRIN Representative to United Nations 11th Annual Meeting of CPR. International Relations Specialist.
Years active	2017–present
Known for	International relations, peace activism, humanitarian work
Work Institutions	World Humanity Commission, Club Diplomatique International, General Education Department (Government of Kerala)
Education	Diploma in Education, B.A. in English, B.Ed (2022–2024)
Spouse	Celasta Midhun
Awards	Global Peace Citizen Award (2019), Global Change Makers Award (2020), Young Achiever Award (2020)
Residence	Ramanattukara, Kozhikode District, Kerala, India

Midhunraj Ottakandan (born July 2, 1996) is an Indian teacher, international relations specialist, social worker, and humanitarian. He is widely known for his work in education, international relations, and humanitarian efforts. Midhunraj has been recognized for his contributions to global peace and social development and holds several national and international awards.

Early Life and Education

Midhunraj was born on July 2, 1996, in Tirur, Kerala, India. He grew up in a family dedicated to public service—his father, Rajan Ottakandan, was a teacher in the government sector, and his mother, Omana P., retired as Deputy Head Mistress in the government sector.

Midhunraj completed his schooling and higher education with a strong focus on both academic and professional development:

• Secondary School Examination – NIOS, MHRD, Govt. of India (2012)

Niveditha Vidhya Peedom English Medium High School, Kozhikode

• Higher Secondary Examination – HSE, Govt. of Kerala (2014)

Government Model Higher Secondary School, Kozhikode

• Diploma in Education – Board of Public Examination, Government of Kerala (2016)

Devaki Amma Teacher Education College, Malappuram, Kerala

• Bachelor of Arts in English – Annamalai University (2019)
• Bachelor of Arts – MATS University (Distance Education) (2020)
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) – Tamilnadu Teacher Education University (2022–2024)

Licenses and Certifications

Midhunraj holds several certifications from national and international organizations:

• Professional Certification in Arbitration – United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Investigator – Academy of Anti Money Laundering Investigation
• BSAFE Certification – United Nations Department of Safety and Security
• Certification in Learners Psychology – Tamilnadu Teachers Education University
• Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) – Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

Awards and Achievements

Midhunraj has received several accolades for his humanitarian and peace work:

• Global Peace Citizen Award (2019) – Presented by the Universal Peace Federation at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, by Hon'ble Union Minister of Ayush Shri Shripad Yesso Naik.
• Peace Educator – Awarded by the Academy of Universal Global Peace on November 19, 2017, at Pondicherry by Madhu Krishan, World Peace Messenger.
• Global Change Makers Award (2020) – Presented by Project 100 and Manini Foundation for his humanitarian work, awarded by Former Hon'ble Union Home Minister Shri Sushil Kumar Shinde.
• Young Achiever Award (2020) – Presented for International Relations work by India One TV and Morris Garriage at an event in Mumbai, presented by Bollywood personalities Yogesh Lagani and Lilliput Faruqui.

Honorary Titles

• Honorary Doctor of Letters in Social Work (Community Development) – Academy of Universal Global Peace, USA.
• Honorary Doctor of Letters in International Relations – Royal American University.
• Youngest International Relations Specialist – Recognized by the World Record Certification Authority (WRCA), London, and International Book of Records.

Conferences and Representations

Midhunraj has represented several global organizations in international conferences:

• Special Representative of Child Rights International Network at the United Nations 11th Annual Subcommittee Meeting of Committee of Permanent Representatives, UNON, Nairobi ,Kenya
• Represented the World Humanity Commission at the Global Peace Summit, Dubai.
• Represented the International Human Rights Commission at the International Peace Development Conference, Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.
• Special Guest at the International Peace Development Conference, Malaysia.
• Participated as a Special Guest in the International Webinar "A Session on Positive Impact of Lockdown – Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining."

Professional Experience and Positions Held

Midhunraj holds various positions in international and national organizations:

• Deputy Secretary General, World Humanity Commission
• Secretary General, Club Diplomatique International
• Teacher, General Education Department, Government of Kerala
• Arbitrator, National and International Court of Arbitration, London
• Business Consultant, Private Office of His Royal Highness Ahamed Bin Faisal Al Qassimi
• Delegated Nominee, Ministry of Railways (DRUCC), Government of India
• Member, Peace Committee, Delhi Minorities Commission, Government of NCT of Delhi
• National General Secretary (Intellectual cell ) ,RLJp, National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Special advisory member to Hon’ble Union Minister of Food Processing Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras.

Extra Activities and Hobbies

Midhunraj is a skilled martial artist and coach:

• National Medalist in Kudo, Pencak Silat, and Karate
• Black Belt in Karate and Taekwondo
• Certified Coach in Muay Thai and Kickboxing

External Links

• Midhunraj Ottakandan on Linkedin