Lead by People who Care
Dr Madhuri Vaidyeswar
Founder
Homeopathic Paediatric specialist focused on child development and disabilties, with international publications in Autism research. With a passion to improve health outcomes for children, she advocates for sustainable care for communities.
Sindhu Srinivas
Executive Director
A Marketing leader with a long corporate career, Sindhu focuses on clarity of message and credibility of impact. She believes in scaling systems of support and helps Mitra build trusted partnerships to create sustainable care for communities.
Dr Babitha Jayapal
Clinical Head
Dr Babitha leads the multidisciplinary clinical care—assessment, goal setting, and coordinated therapy plans. A Homeopathic specialist with 30 years of experience, she mentors doctors and therapists and ensures continuity across home, school, and community settings.
Dr Savitha Wani
Head of Community Programs
Dr Savitha builds reliable, child-safe delivery in the field—rural hubs, therapy camps, and mother-mentor networks—so support reaches the doorstep and continues week after week. She ensures quality care delivery with a focus on assessments and data reporting,
Naveen Pai
Lead Strategic partnerships
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With wide experience in the aviation sector, Naveen brings relationship rigor and operational discipline to CSR and institutional partnerships. He aligns resources to expand affordable access and transparent reporting.
Samyuktha Raghunathan
Lead Support Programs
With a Special Education background, Samyuktha designs and runs structured supports—social-skills cohorts, inclusion activities, and parent-friendly tools—to help progress carry into real life.
Sujani Raned
Lead Key Initiatives
Sujani builds understanding and momentum for inclusion—leading campaigns, community events, and media partnerships that make neurodiversity visible and respected. Ensuring that families are seen and heard.
Amit Rao
Data and Impact Analyst
Amit turns field data into clear, actionable insights—tracking access, continuity, and functional gains across taluks so teams can course-correct fast and scale what works.
Vishnu Raned
Board Member
Vishnu is a technology entrepreneur in the AI space with a strong background in building and scaling tech-driven enterprises. He brings strategic and governance insight to Mitra for Life and plays an active role in shaping the organisation’s long-term vision.
Sudhir Pai
Advisor to Board
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Sudhir Pai is a Chartered Accountant with 30+ years of experience in healthcare and life sciences. He has led and scaled successful ventures and now mentors purpose-driven organizations, guiding Mitra for Life on strategy, partnerships, and growth.
Dr Vasudev T
Advisor to Board
Dr. Vasu is a distinguished ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist with extensive experience establishing healthcare systems in rural India and across Africa. He supports Mitra for Life in advancing compassionate, accessible, and sustainable models of care to rural communities.
Smitha Harithasa
HR Advisor
Smitha is a senior Human Resources professional with over 20 years of experience across technology, healthcare, banking, and financial services. She supports Mitra for Life in strengthening its people systems and fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusion.