MHAT Trust Board
Meet Members of the MHAT Trust Board
Dr T Manoj Kumar
Founder and Managing Trustee
Dr Manoj Kumar is the founder of the Mental Health Action Trust (MHAT). He founded MHAT in 2008 in Kozhikode. MHAT works on a decentralized model to provide mental health care to the rural populace. Dr. Manoj Kumar is a notable figure in the field of mental health, recognized for his work with the Mental Health Action Trust (MHAT),….
manoj.kumar@mhatkerala.org
Mr V U Eradi
Trustee
Mr. V. U. Eradi, a retired officer from the Indian Revenue Service (IRS), has had a distinguished career in tax administration and policy in India. During his tenure, he served on the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), playing a pivotal role in shaping and implementing key tax policies, contributing significantly to the modernization of
vu.eradi@mhatkerala.org
P K Krishnanunni Raja
P K Krishnanunni Raja is a distinguished member of the Zamorin royal family of Kozhikode, with a rich heritage deeply rooted in the history and culture of Kerala. As a scion of one of the most respected royal families in the region, he carries forward the traditions and values that have been passed down through generations, while also
p.k.k.raja@mhatkerala.org
Ms Radhika Kidao
Trustee
Ms Radhika is an Occupational therapist with a special interest in recovery-oriented community mental health and continuing professional development of staff.
She completed her undergraduate training in occupational therapy in 1977 from Christian Medical College in South India and later her MPhil from the University of Derby, UK.
radhika.kidao@mhatkerala.org
Mr K Suresh Kumar
Mr. K. Suresh Kumar is a dedicated trustee at the Mental Health Action Trust (MHAT), where he plays a pivotal role in supporting the organization’s mission to provide community-based mental health care to those in need. He leverages his business acumen and leadership skills to advance MHAT’s initiatives, contributing to the overall
suresh.kumar@mhatkerala.org
Ms Laxmi Sivakumar
Mrs Laxmi Sivakumar, hailing from Kozhikode, is currently the peer support group coordinator and is interested in strengthening the group with recovery-oriented methods.
After graduating in 1995, she was married to a business family. In 2005 she enrolled to study for a diploma in interior designing and worked for 5 years with ‘Stapati’