Chairman
Dr. K. G. Raghavendra, Chairman of Aruna Educational Trust, is a visionary educationist, social entrepreneur, and ENT surgeon. Born on 27th March 1956 in Kundapur, he completed his M.B.B.S. from JNMC Belgaum in 1981 and DLO from BMC in 1984. He founded Aruna Hospital in 1987 with the aim of providing quality healthcare and service to needy patients. In 1997, he established Aruna Educational Trust, which led to the creation of Ashwini Ayurvedic Medical College in 2004. The college was recognized as a P.G. research centre with seven P.G. departments in 2013. In 2008, he established Ashwini Multispeciality Ayurvedic Hospital to provide excellent medical care through both Ayurveda and contemporary medicine.Secretary
Mrs. Sujatha Raghavendra, Secretary of Aruna Educational Trust, is a dynamic leader and the visionary behind the institution. Born on 2nd June 1966 in Udupi, she holds a B.Sc. degree and possesses an analytical mind, an infinite capacity for work, and excellent communication skills. Despite her busy schedule, she is always eager to contribute to society, being associated with diverse social organizations and committed to helping the needy.Member
Dr. Radhesh, an active member of Aruna Educational Trust, was born on 26th August 1990. He completed his M.B.B.S. in 2014 from J.S.S. Mysore and his M.S. from A.J. Medical College, Mangalore in 2017. A young and dynamic orthopedic surgeon, he actively promotes orthopedic camps at Ashwini Hospital. He is known for his kind-hearted nature, dedication to helping the needy, and keen interest in charitable activities for patients in need.Director
Dr. H. M. Harisha, born on 17th August 1974 in Kottur, Bellary, completed his B.A.M.S. from T.M.A.E.’S Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospet, in 1999, and earned his M.D. in Kayachikitsa from Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya Hubli in 2004. He began his academic career as a Lecturer in the Dept. of Kayachikitsa in 2004 and has been serving as the Principal of Ashwini Ayurvedic Medical College and the Chief Medical Officer at Ashwini Hospital since 2014.Director
Dr. Mamatha H.M., born on 3rd January 1975 in Kottur, Bellary, completed her B.A.M.S. from A.E.A.’S Ayurvedic Medical College, Davangere, in 1998, and her M.S. in Shalya Tantra from Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College, Bangalore, in 2001. She began her academic career as a Lecturer in the Dept. of Shalya Tantra and is currently serving as Professor and H.O.D. in the same department. Since 2016, she has been the Medical Superintendent at Ashwini Hospital, where, under her able guidance, the hospital actively conducts various camps and awareness programs.