Shri T. Balaraman, the first person from our community to be selected into the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS), was the son of Late Kattoor Rama Pisharody, former Municipal Commissioner of Thrissur, and Padinjare Thonnangamathu Late Ammini Pisharassiar.

After completing his B.Sc. in Physics, he was selected to the IAS in the 1963 batch. Throughout his distinguished career, he held several key administrative positions across various states, including Maharashtra, and served in different capacities in the Central Secretariat.

He underwent advanced training in Public Administration in the United Kingdom, enhancing his capabilities in governance and policy-making. He also served as the Managing Director of the National Seed Corporation in New Delhi, contributing significantly to the agricultural sector.

Shri T. Balaraman retired as the Principal Secretary to the Government of Maharashtra, concluding a career marked by dedication, integrity, and exemplary public service.

Col. Dr. V. P. Gopinathan is a renowned Pulmonologist and Chest Specialist, known for his distinguished service in both the Indian Armed Forces and the civilian medical sector. He is the elder son of Late Sukapurath Karunakara Pisharody and Late Vattenat Pisharath Narayanikkutty Pisharasiar.

After passing SSLC with first class, he pursued his higher education at St. Thomas College, Thrissur, and later obtained his MBBS degree from Calicut Medical College. Driven by a commitment to serve, he joined the Indian Army as a Regimental Medical Officer (RMO). Rising through the ranks, he served as Captain, Major, and ultimately retired as a Colonel.

During his military career, he also completed his MD in Pulmonology, and served as a Professor at the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), a prestigious institution in military medical education. He retired from the Armed Forces in 1998.

Post-retirement, Dr. Gopinathan continued his medical service as Professor and Head of the Department at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi. He also extended his expertise at leading hospitals including Jubilee Mission Hospital, West Fort Hospital, and Mother Hospital, all in Thrissur.

His expertise spans a wide range of pulmonary conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, lung cancer, interstitial and occupational lung diseases, as well as complex lung and pleural infections including tuberculosis, pulmonary hypertension, and cystic fibrosis.

He has been honored as a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP), recognizing his excellence and contribution to the field of chest medicine.

Dr. Gopinathan has also played a significant role in community service. As the President of the Pisharody Samajam, he was instrumental in establishing the organization’s Headquarters building in Thrissur, a milestone achievement during his tenure.

He is married to Shyamala, from Thonnanagamath Pisharam, and they have a daughter, Supriya.

Madhav Ramdasan is a renowned Malayalam film director who gained national recognition with his debut feature film Melvilasam (2011). The film earned him the prestigious Gollapudi Srinivas National Award for Best Debut Director and also received the P. Bhaskaran Award for Best Feature Film of the year. Melvilasam further garnered international acclaim by being featured at the 16th Busan International Film Festival in South Korea.

His second film, Apothecary, critically explored the ethical dimensions of the medical profession and was widely appreciated for its sensitive and realistic portrayal. In 2019, he directed Ilayaraja, which was released in March of that year. His latest project, Azhi, is currently under production.

Born in 1975, Madhav Ramdasan began his creative career making advertisement films and documentaries. He hails from a culturally rooted family:

• Father: Mulakunnathukavu Padinjare Pisharath Madhava Pisharody
• Mother: Kalluvazhi Thrivikrama Purath Pisharath Radha Pisharasiar

He is married to Kalamandalam Bindulekha, a well-known dancer and mural artist.