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BOARD MEMBERS
Strategic Advisor
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Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Mr. Chari is a BITS – Pilani and IIM-A alumnus, who has headed leading organizations like Nagarjuna Finance and Shaw Wallace. He has also been the Director, ICFAI – International Division. Chari is involved in RDF’s financial management strategy, giving direction to budget and accounting processes and actively involved in fundraising efforts.
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a COO at RDF.
Mr. Sridhar Chari
Joint secretary
Ms. Vydika Rao
Vydika is Founder and Creative director of Oon studio, a Brand Design and Illustration Studio. She brings her design sensibilities to RDF’s branding and digital presence. She also works with the students to provide exposure to new and emerging career paths such as visual design.
Adonda Raju is a prolific archer that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Adonda is now an Office Superintendent at the Kazipet Railway Construction Department.
Archer | 2022
Adonda Raju
Akula Raju
Archer | 2022
Akula Raju is a prolific archers that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Akula is the Assistant Archery Coach at Sports Authority of India working with the Odisha sub-junior National team.
Mr. G.V.S. Prasad
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Mr. Arjun Rao
Mr. G V S Prasad has been the Executive Director of CfBT Education Services since 2002. He provides direction to RDF’s sustainability efforts as well as guiding RDF’s education strategy.
Mr. Arjun Rao has been a pillar of strength to RDF since inception in 1996, bringing in his expertise as the CEO of ValueLabs. He contributes strategic inputs and is instrumental in providing funding support.
Mr. Kiran Addala has been involved with RDF since 2009 and is a member of both the Finance and Capex committees. Outside of RDF, he is Director, Software Development at Infor. Over the years, he has been instrumental in leveraging MNCs like Infor, Invensys and Cognizant towards infrastructure development in Rollakal and Redlawada schools.
President,CEO
Mrs. Vandita Rao
Secretary
Mr. Kiran Addala
Mrs. Vandita Rao has been closely associated with the board since 1996 and has been the CEO of RDF since 2008. She helms the organization and provides input to the daily functioning of the organization.
Mr. G.V.S Prasad
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Mr. Arjun Rao
He provides direction to RDF s sustainability efforts as well as guiding RDF s education strategy.
Mr. Arjun Rao has been a pillar of strength to RDF since inception in 1996, bringing in his expertise as the CEO of ValueLabs. He contributes strategic inputs and is instrumental in providing funding support.
Mrs. Vandita Rao
President, CEO
Secretary
Mr. Kiran Addala
Mrs. Vandita Rao has been closely associated with the board since 1996 and has been the CEO of RDF since 2008. She helms the organization and provides input to the daily functioning of the organization.
Mr. Kiran Addala has been involved with RDF since 2009 and is a member of both the Finance and Capex committees. He has been instrumental in leveraging MNCs like Infor, Invensys and Cognizant towards infrastructure development in Rollakal and Redlawada schools.
EC Member
Ms. Neha Dharia
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EC Member
Ms. Amrapalee Dutta
Neha is RDF’s Communications and Digital Media Advisor. In 2010,she started as a volunteer to design and write RDF’s Annual Reportand write the weekly blogs. Now, as a Director, she oversees RDF’sCommunications programme.
A Life Skill, Behavioral, and Communication Training Specialist with a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication and Video Production. She holds a Life Coach certification and has completed a course in Forensic Psychology. With extensive leadership experience, she specializes in staff development, coaching, and content design. As a committed volunteer, she has helped improve teachers’ Englih communication.skills.
EC Member
Ms. Rachna Rao
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Co-founder of Homegrown Produce India, having graduated from Bournemouth University, UK. She brings a diverse range of experiences to the table, with expertise in land restoration, agricultural projects, rural employment and development, food processing units, and hospitality F&a projects.
Adonda Raju is a prolific archer that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Adonda is now an Office Superintendent at the Kazipet Railway Construction Department.
Archer | 2022
Adonda Raju
Akula Raju
Archer | 2022
Akula Raju is a prolific archers that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Akula is the Assistant Archery Coach at Sports Authority of India working with the Odisha sub-junior National team.
Mr. Krishna Babu Cherukuri
EC Member
EC Member
Mr. Y.R. Mohana Rao
A seasoned Chartered Accountan with a 45-year career, currently practicing as a partner at M/s C K S Associates. Beyond his professional role, he actively engages in social and charitable causes, serving as a Trustee for Spandana “We Respond” and advising The Alladi Memorial Foundation. Mr. Cherukuri extends his expertise to support RDF in FCRA matters, showcasing his commitment to the organization’s regulatory and financial needs.
Mr. Ram Mohan Rao Yarrapothu is a seasoned professional with expertise in HR, industrial relations, legal, and admin functions. He leads Sparsh, a top hospice in Hyderabad, and has been involved with the Rural Development Foundation as a Director and former COO since 2015. An active Rotarian, he also has experience in CSR projects within banking and agri-business.
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EC Member
Ms. Rachna Rao
EC Member
Mr. Hemant Agarwal
Co-founder of Homegrown Produce India, having graduated from Bournemouth University, UK. She brings a diverse range of experiences to the table, with expertise in land restoration, agricultural projects, rural employment and development, food processing units, and hospitality F&a projects.
Mr. Francis Joseph has more than 20 years of Management experience in School Education. He has extensively worked in establishing and managing more than 40 schools for one of India’s largest singly owned/managed & non-franchised educational group as its COO.
EC Member
Ms. Neha Dharia
EC Member
Ms. Amrapalee Dutta
Neha is RDF’s Communications and Digital Media Advisor. In 2010,she started as a volunteer to design and write RDF’s Annual Reportand write the weekly blogs. Now, as a Director, she oversees RDF’sCommunications programme.
A Life Skill, Behavioral, and Communication Training Specialist with a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication and Video Production. She holds a Life Coach certification and has completed a course in Forensic Psychology. With extensive leadership experience, she specializes in staff development, coaching, and content design. As a committed volunteer, she has helped improve teachers’ Englih communication.skills.
EC MEMBERS
Treasurer
B.V. Srinivas
Member
Mrs. Deepika Rao
BV Srinivas serves as the Treasurer of RDF, bringing dedication and financial expertise to our mission to Educate, Empower & Engage. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to transparency, Srinivas ensures our resources are managed responsibly
to maximize impact.
Mrs. Deepika Rao, in her long-term association with RDF, helped build new
relationships, especially through her network in USA. Her efforts have led to successful fundraising drives in the US, which has helped RDF manage its education programs over the years.
Corporate Governance Advisor
C. Renuka Rani
With over 20 years of diverse legal experience, C.Renuka Rani brings deep expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, commercial arbitration, and legal publishing. She served as in-house counsel for Billroth Hospitals, a leading corporate hospital in Chennai, where she oversaw litigation, compliance, contract negotiations, real estate, and internal governance for over a decade. Her role was pivotal in aligning business strategy with legal risk management and
regulatory adherence.
Adonda Raju is a prolific archer that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Adonda is now an Office Superintendent at the Kazipet Railway Construction Department.
Archer | 2022
Adonda Raju
Akula Raju
Archer | 2022
Akula Raju is a prolific archers that have found their careers through excelling at the sport. Akula is the Assistant Archery Coach at Sports Authority of India working with the Odisha sub-junior National team.
Mr. Krishna Babu Cherukuri
EC Member
EC Member
Mr. Y.R. Mohana Rao
A seasoned Chartered Accountan with a 45-year career, currently practicing as a partner at M/s C K S Associates. Beyond his professional role, he actively engages in social and charitable causes, serving as a Trustee for Spandana “We Respond” and advising The Alladi Memorial Foundation. Mr. Cherukuri extends his expertise to support RDF in FCRA matters, showcasing his commitment to the organization’s regulatory and financial needs.
Mr. Ram Mohan Rao Yarrapothu is a seasoned professional with expertise in HR, industrial relations, legal, and admin functions. He leads Sparsh, a top hospice in Hyderabad, and has been involved with the Rural Development Foundation as a Director and former COO since 2015. An active Rotarian, he also has experience in CSR projects within banking and agri-business.
EC Member
Ms. Rachna Rao
EC Member
Mr. Hemant Agarwal
Co-founder of Homegrown Produce India, having graduated from Bournemouth University, UK. She brings a diverse range of experiences to the table, with expertise in land restoration, agricultural projects, rural employment and development, food processing units, and hospitality F&a projects.
Mr. Francis Joseph has more than 20 years of Management experience in School Education. He has extensively worked in establishing and managing more than 40 schools for one of India’s largest singly owned/managed & non-franchised educational group as its COO.
EC Member
Ms. Neha Dharia
EC Member
Ms. Amrapalee Dutta
Neha is RDF’s Communications and Digital Media Advisor. In 2010,she started as a volunteer to design and write RDF’s Annual Reportand write the weekly blogs. Now, as a Director, she oversees RDF’sCommunications programme.
A Life Skill, Behavioral, and Communication Training Specialist with a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication and Video Production. She holds a Life Coach certification and has completed a course in Forensic Psychology. With extensive leadership experience, she specializes in staff development, coaching, and content design. As a committed volunteer, she has helped improve teachers’ Englih communication.skills.
EC MEMBERS
With every year more village children receive quality education, setting the foundation for brighter futures for themselves and their communities. RDF is proud of the individual accomplishments of its alumni, who achieved success in various ways, higher education, sporting careers or even as teachers and police officers. RDF alumni have not forgotten RDF’s contribution to their success and have been giving back to the school. Some highlights include:
BOARD MEMBERS
Mr. G V S Prasad has been the Executive Director of CfBT Education Services since 2002. He provides direction to RDF’s sustainability efforts as well as guiding RDF’s education strategy.
Chairman
Mr. G.V.S. Prasad
Mrs. Vandita Rao has been closely associated with the board since 1996 and has been the CEO of RDF since 2008. She helms the organization and provides input to the daily functioning of the organization.
President,
Chief Executive Officer
Mrs. Vandita Rao
Mr. Kiran Addala has been involved with RDF since 2009 and is a member of both the Finance and Capex committees. Outside of RDF, he is Director, Software Development at Infor. Over the years, he has been instrumental in leveraging MNCs like Infor, Invensys and Cognizant towards infrastructure development in Rollakal and Redlawada schools.
Secretary
Mr. Kiran Addala
Mr. Kiran Addala has been involved with RDF since 2009 and is a member of both the Finance and Capex committees. Outside of RDF, he is Director, Software Development at Infor. Over the years, he has been instrumental in leveraging MNCs like Infor, Invensys and Cognizant towards infrastructure development in Rollakal and Redlawada schools.
Secretary
Mr. Kiran Addala
A seasoned Chartered Accountan with a 45-year career, currently practicing as a partner at M/s C K S Associates. Beyond his professional role, he actively engages in social and charitable causes, serving as a Trustee for Spandana “We Respond” and advising The Alladi Memorial Foundation. Mr. Cherukuri extends his expertise to support RDF in FCRA matters, showcasing his commitment to the organization’s regulatory and financial needs.
EC Member
Mr. Francis Joseph has more than 20 years of Management experience in School Education. He has extensively worked in establishing and managing more than 40 schools for one of India’s largest singly owned/managed & non-franchised educational group as its COO.
EC Member
Mr. Francis Joseph
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Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a Director and COO at RDF.
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a Director and COO at RDF.
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a Director and COO at RDF.
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a Director and COO at RDF.
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a Director and COO at RDF.
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon
Mr. G.V.S. Prasad
Chairman
He provides direction to RDF’s sustainability efforts as well as guiding RDF’s education strategy.
Mr. Arjun Rao
Vice Chairman
Mr. Arjun Rao has been a pillar of strength to RDF since inception in 1996, bringing in his expertise as the CEO of ValueLabs. He contributes strategic inputs and is instrumental in providing funding support.
Mrs. Vandita Rao
President, CEO
Mrs. Vandita Rao has been closely associated with the board since 1996 and has been the CEO of RDF since 2008. She helms the organization and provides input to the daily functioning of the organization.
Mr. Kiran Addala
Secretary
Mr. Kiran Addala has been involved with RDF since 2009 and is a member of both the Finance and Capex committees. He has been instrumental in leveraging MNCs like Infor, Invensys and Cognizant towards infrastructure development in Rollakal and Redlawada schools.
Mr. Sridhar Chari
Strategic Advisor
Mr. Chari is a BITS – Pilani and IIM-A alumnus, who has headed leading organizations like Nagarjuna Finance and Shaw Wallace. He has also been the Director, ICFAI – International Division. Chari is involved in RDF’s financial management strategy, giving direction to budget and accounting processes and actively involved in fundraising efforts.
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Dr. Savita Date Menon
Vice President, COO
Dr. Savita Date Menon is a renowned Psychologist and Wellness Specialist with a PhD in Psychology who helps clients with mental health management, psychotherapy and EAPs. She is a COO at RDF.
Ms. Vydika Rao
Joint Secretary
Vydika is Founder and Creative director of Oon studio, a Brand Design and Illustration Studio. She brings her design sensibilities to RDF’s branding and digital presence. She also works with the students to provide exposure to new and emerging career paths such as visual design.
Mr. Krishna Babu Cherukuri
EC Member
A seasoned Chartered Accountant with a 45-year career, currently practicing as a partner at M/s C K S Associates. Beyond his professional role, he actively engages in social and charitable causes, serving as a Trustee for Spandana “We Respond” and advising The Alladi Memorial Foundation. Mr. Cherukuri extends his expertise to support RDF in FCRA matters, showcasing his commitment to the organization’s regulatory and financial needs.
Mr. Y.R. Mohana Rao
EC Member
Mr. Ram Mohan Rao Yarrapothu is a seasoned professional with expertise in HR, industrial relations, legal, and admin functions. He leads Sparsh, a top hospice in Hyderabad, and has been involved with the Rural Development Foundation as a Director and former COO since 2015. An active Rotarian, he also has experience in CSR projects within banking and agri-business.
Mr. Hemant Agarwal
EC Member
Mr. Hemant Agarwal is a noted advertising professional, heading. Associated Advertising. He is Founder Member of AdvertisingClub, Hyderabad – a federation of agencies & clients; Member, Executive Committee, AAAI – the apex body of advertising agencies in the country.
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Ms. Rachna Rao
EC Member
Co-founder of Homegrown Produce India, having graduated from Bournemouth University, UK. She brings a diverse range of experiences to the table, with expertise in land restoration, agricultural projects, rural employment and development, food processing units, and hospitality F&a projects.
Ms. Neha Dharia
EC Member
Neha is RDF’s Communications and Digital Media Advisor. In 2010,she started as a volunteer to design and write RDF’s Annual Reportand write the weekly blogs. Now, as a Director, she oversees RDF’sCommunications programme.
Ms. Amrapalee Dutta
EC Member
A Life Skill, Behavioral, and Communication Training Specialist with a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication and Video Production. She holds a Life Coach certification and has completed a course in Forensic Psychology. With extensive leadership experience, she specializes in staff development, coaching, and content design. As a committed volunteer, she has been helping improve teachers’ English communication skills.
B.V. Srinivas
Treasurer
BV Srinivas serves as the Treasurer of RDF, bringing dedication and financial expertise to our mission to Educate, Empower & Engage. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to transparency, Srinivas ensures our resources are managed responsibly
to maximize impact.
Mrs. Deepika Rao
Member
Mrs. Deepika Rao, has in her long-term association with RDF, helped build new
relationships, especially through her network in USA. Her efforts have led to successful fundraising drives in the US, which has helped RDF manage its education programs over the years.
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C. Renuka Rani
Corporate Governance Advisor
With over 20 years of diverse legal experience, C.Renuka Rani brings deep expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, commercial arbitration, and legal publishing. She served as in-house counsel for Billroth Hospitals., a leading corporate hospital in Chennai, where she
oversaw litigation, compliance, contract negotiations, real estate, and internal governance for over a decade. Her role was pivotal in aligning business strategy with legal risk management and
regulatory adherence.