J Packia Selvi achieved Title of Academic Skills from Chennai

Introduction

About J Packia Selvi

J Packia Selvi, the Chennai Title Holder in the Academic Skills category of Super Woman 2025, is a Grade 1 Structural Engineer and the founder of Jeny Home Planners and Builders, established in 1996 in Avadi, Chennai. A devoted mother, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, she has created a safe space for women to learn, grow, and work without discrimination, dedicating her life to empowering others facing similar challenges.

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Based In

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Honours

Titles & Achievements

S.S INFO TVe Achievers Excellence Award – Best Woman Entrepreneur
Universal Achievers Award (2019) – Inspiring Woman of the Year
Excellence in Engineering Award – Jeny Home Planners & Builders (by Laya Enterprises)
Secretary – Avadi Engineering Association
Founder – Women Empowerment Trust

Empowerment Impact

Education Support: Scholarships and accommodation for students post-12th
Inclusive Housing: Facilities for blind women to live and learn independently
Employment and Emotional Support: Safe, supportive space through her hostel and trust

Biography

The Story

Introduction

Packia Selvi - Super Woman 2025 Title Holder J Packia Selvi has now been crowed the title of Super Woman 2025 Holder, Chennai, in the Academic Skills category. A first-grade structural engineer, Packiaselvi is also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and an advocate for women's empowerment. Her journey from humble beginnings to founder of Jeny Home Planners and Builders and various social initiatives speaks of her resilience, grit, and undeterred commitment to the upliftment of…

Basic Details

With over three decades in civil engineering and social work, Packia Selvi has an unmatched combination of technical expertise and humanitarian vision. Her company has consistently delivered quality infrastructure, and her hostels have housed hundreds of working women and students over the years.

Journey

Packia Selvi’s journey to success started with not much in the way of resources but a whole lot of determination. From 1989 to 1993, she worked in various roles within the Public Works Department (PWD), where she contributed to irrigation projects and handled office tasks. Eventually, she made a shift to architectural design, mastering AutoCAD and picking up essential technical skills along the way. In 1996, fueled by a strong desire for independence and a sense of purpose, s…

Success Story

Packia Selvi’s life is a testament to the power of perseverance. Despite growing up in financial hardship, she never allowed her circumstances to define her future. Her early education was made possible through the support of a Church Diocese pastor who saw potential in her. She used this opportunity to complete her polytechnic education and began her journey in civil engineering. What followed was a series of strategic career moves each one preparing her for her entrepreneu…

Hobbies & Passion

Founder: Jeny Home Planners and Builders (since 1996)
Founder: Jeny Home Ladies Hostel & Women Empowerment Trust
Past Roles: Technical Assistant, PWD Irrigation Project, Gummidipoondi (1989–1990)
Technical Assistant, Department of Office Works, PWD, Chepauk (1990–1991)
Technical Assistant, Tamil Nadu State Construction Corporation Ltd. (1991–1993)
Design Engineer (AutoCAD), Mahandran Architects Pvt. Ltd., Chennai (1993–1996)