Our Team
Trust Board
Anil Kuriyal
A Doon School alumnus and Delhi University graduate, Anil left the corporate sector more than two decades ago to return to the Assi Ganga Valley,
Rishabh Kuriyal
A law graduate with nearly a decade of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, Rishabh has a deep connection with mountain
Madhu Thapliyal
An educator and trainer with close to 20 years of experience, Madhu has worked extensively in youth development and teacher training across India and abroad.
Dr. Pooja Sharma
An academic and wellness practitioner, Pooja holds a PhD in English Literature and brings together education, yoga, and holistic healing in her work with communities.
Working Team
We’re not just a team. We’re fellow travelers. Fellow Travellers and a Team in making
We’re not just a team. We’re fellow travellers and a Team in making
At Kuflon Charitable Trust, we didn’t start with a structure. We started with a shared purpose. We believe meaningful work begins with presence—being here, listening, and walking alongside the communities we serve.
We come from different places and professions, but what brings us together is a shared love for the Himalayas, and a quiet commitment to build something honest, lasting, and rooted.
Some of us come from classrooms and boardrooms. Some from the mountains themselves. But somewhere along the way, our paths crossed—with a common belief that real change begins with presence, listening, and walking with communities, not ahead of them.
This is the team that shapes, steers, and holds the spirit of KCT.
Shree Singh
Managing Trustee & Director – Partnerships
Shree blends legal insight, management expertise, and deep field experience. After moving to Uttarkashi 15 years ago, she rooted herself in community development—working especially with children and teachers across the Assi Ganga Valley.
Rohitash Thapliyal
Managing Trustee & Director – Programs
With over a decade in the development sector, Rohitash brings the rigour of academia and the heart of a community builder. A doctorate in Literature may have started him in classrooms—but his purpose pulled him into villages, where he’s led impactful programs across India.
Ruma Dubey
Consultant – Resource Mobilization
A financial strategist with over 30 years of experience, Ruma brings a unique blend of economics, writing, and market insight. She grounds our work in sharp analysis and long-view thinking, helping us align vision with viable resource paths.
Krishna Yoganarasimha
Consultant – IT & Digital With nearly 20 years of consulting experience, Krishna ensures our systems are strong behind the scenes. His expertise in strategy, tech, and operational efficiency helps KCT stay future-ready—even while rooted in remote contexts.
Note: Both Shree Singh and Rohitash Thapliyal also serve on the Trust Board, ensuring strong continuity between program leadership and organizational governance.
Our Extended Family
We’re held up by many more hands:
- ASHA workers and community health volunteers
- Local leaders and Pradhans
- Youth and teachers from our partner villages
- Allies and partner organizations who believe, like we do, in ground-up change
They may not all be on payroll—but they’re in the field, in the stories, and in every milestone we reach.
Advisors
Dr. Robert Svoboda
Dr. Robert brings a wealth of international expertise as an Ayurvedic practitioner. He is a distinguished scholar in Indian religion and philosophical thought, and his extensive knowledge is complemented by his acclaim as an author and inspirational speaker. His contributions are invaluable in guiding our mission with wisdom and insight.
Dr. Mahesh Kuriyal
Dr. Kuriyal is renowned and recognized for his groundbreaking work as a neurosurgeon. He established the first comprehensive Neurosciences Centre in Uttarakhand in 1994. He also serves as a visiting consultant to several prestigious institutes and government organizations, bringing exceptional expertise to our organization.
What Unites Us
We value humility over hierarchy.
We prioritize listening over instruction.
And we believe in showing up—again and again—because trust is built over time, not through quick wins.
This isn’t just our work.
It’s our way of being here, with the people who make these mountains home.