Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK), previously known as The Liver Transplanters’ Association, was established in 2014 with the primary objective of providing support to individuals who have undergone liver transplant surgery. Understanding the substantial financial burden associated with these surgeries, particularly for those hailing from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, LIFOK strives to alleviate their post-transplantation challenges.
Founded by the late Sri K.S. Babu, who served as the inaugural President, the organization initially took root in Kothamangalam. Over time, LIFOK has grown to encompass more than 1900 members, including donors. Through concerted efforts, the organization succeeded in bringing the struggles of liver transplant recipients to the attention of both the government and the broader community. While certain demands have been met, several unaddressed needs remain.
Following the untimely passing of President Sri K.S. Babu, the organization experienced a temporary hiatus in its activities. However, in 2018, Sri. Chandrasekhara Pillai assumed leadership, prompting the rechristening of the organization as Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK). It was duly registered under the Travancore-Cochin Charitable Societies Act in Kottayam. Unfortunately, Sri. Chandrasekhara Pillai also passed away shortly thereafter. Nevertheless, a new committee was promptly established during an all-Kerala Family meet convened at the White City Hotel, North Paravur in 2019.
Since that pivotal juncture, LIFOK has ascended to new heights and is now esteemed as one of India’s preeminent charitable organizations. It extends a compassionate hand to those affected by liver disease, offering vital information and support to both patients and their families. Additionally, LIFOK actively engages in awareness initiatives, disseminating knowledge regarding the origin and prevention of liver ailments through a combination of online and on-site educational programs. The organization also mobilizes resources to assist financially disadvantaged members, procuring and distributing essential aid, including medications, from government and non-government entities, as well as public and corporate partners.
Furthermore, LIFOK is a staunch advocate for the rights of liver transplant patients. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of care they receive, working tirelessly to ensure that patients are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Recognizing the constraints inherent in serving patients across the entirety of Kerala under the Travancore-Cochin Society Act, LIFOK transitioned into a Charitable Trust. On March 8, 2022, it was formally registered under the Indian Charitable Trust Act of 1882.
For further information or inquiries, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at lifokkerala@gmail.com.
Our Objectives
1) Fostering equality, brotherhood, hope and positive thinking among the members
2) Work for the upliftment of the health, arts, social and cultural spheres of the members
3) Promote liver & other organ donation and blood donation
4) Co-operate in the development activities of the country
5) Provide necessary assistance to patients undergoing liver transplant surgery, liver donors and those suffering from liver disease.
6) In collaboration with Government / Non-Governmental Agencies, Institutions and Individuals, raise grants and funds for this purpose and work for their welfare.
7) Organize necessary awareness programs on liver and liver diseases
8) Promote recreational programs and means for mental relaxation
9) Create a healthy living environment in the community for such patients
10) Implement the decisions of the State Committee from time to time.
Members
Recipients
Donors
LIFOK Current Membership Status
What Drives Us
Our Mission
Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK) is a group of people, working for the well being of liver transplanted patients and their donors in Kerala by promoting awareness and prevention of liver diseases. It offers help, information, and supports to those suffering from liver disease and their families. Organises support programmes involving diagnosis, prevention and treatment of liver- related diseases.
Tribute
KS Babu
Founder President
Dr. Chandrasekhara Pilla
Former Chairman
Somasekhara Pilla
Former Treasurer
A.S. Narayanan Nair
Former Patron
We bow our heads in the memories of your selfless deeds which brought joy and fulfillment to many. Your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you were real leaders.
We pay homage to these great souls.
State Office Bearers 2024-26
S. Sathyamoorthy
Patron
Rajesh Kumar
Chairman
Ph: 99447 393495
Vinu V. Nair
Gen. Secretary
Ph: 98475 11144
Babu Kuruvilla
Treasurer
Ph: 96456 42411
Gopikrishnan K.M.
Vice Chariman
Ph: 99610 53224
Anoj Jacob
Joint Secretary
Ph: 94472 50006
Pramod C.P.
Joint Secretary
Ph: 99614 68854
Manoj Kumar M. K.
State Coordinator
Ph: 96056 33491
Adv. Bhuvanandran Nair
State Liaisoning Officer
Ph: 94471 01444
State Advisory Board 2024-26
Rev. Fr. Liju Raju Thamarakudy
Mathew Philip
Ph: 94462 87524
Mohanachandran
Ph: 85477 47055
Sukumari Amma
Ph: 94470 28405
Board of Trustees 2024-26
R.Lal – Trivandrum – Ph: 94472 46208
Anitha Bhai T.S. – Kollam – Ph: 94477 42200
Anoj Jacob – Alappuzha – Ph: 94472 50006
Raju Abraham – Pathanamthitta – Ph: 94478 03150
Sony Thomas – Idukki – Ph: 93370 55013
Dr. K.N. Pratp Kumar – Kottayam – 94472 08788
Muhammed Basheer – Ernakulam – Ph: 94470 64220
Suvarnan K.G.- Thrissur – Ph: 95449 04299
Sureshkumar V.M. – Malappuram – Ph: 93886 41005
Abdul Rafeek – Palakkad – Ph: 98479 09111
Kamaldas – Kozhikode – Ph: 77366 82250
K. Govindan – Kannur – Ph: 81568 02874
P.K. Sasidharan – Kasaragod – Ph: 9447489461
District Office Bearers 2024-26
Trivandrum
Patron: Adv. D. Bhuvanandan Nair – 944710 1444
President: R. Radahakrishnan – 94465 88927
Vice President: Shamna Shameer – 98462 47954
Secretary: Bindu B.S. – 98465 39635
Joint Secreatry: R. Kannan – 98470 61120
Treasurer: Dr. N. Selvaraj. – 94477 55302
Kollam
Patron: V. Sivan Pillai – 9495207115
President: R. Shaji – 9447512001
Vice President:
Secretary: Andrews Sebastian – 95446 19451
Joint Secretary:
Treasurer: Sukumari Amma – 944702 84051
Alappuzha
Patron: Reghunathan V.G. – 94465 73041
President: Jacob Micheal – 80784 78132
Vice President: Anoj Jacob – 94472 50006
Secretary: Joshilal M. – 9446441773
Joint Secreatry: Govinda Wrrier – 81119 11746
Treasurer: Reghunath V. – 94477 15930
Pathanamthitta
Patron: Very. Rev. Burskeepa Ramban – 99463 44142
President: Raju Abraham – 94478 03150
Vice President: Adv. K. Prakash Babu – 94475 62962
Secretary: John Cherian – 70345 30711
Joint Secreatry: Dr. Soman Krishan – 94462 04080
Treasurer: Raju Koshy – 94959 05475
Kottayam
Patron: Adv. Jayaprakash Raveendran – 94479 09514
President: Sajan Mathew – 97442 95518
Vice President: M.P. Sreekumar – 94460 67764
Secretary: Sajan Mathew – 97442 95518
Joint Secreatry: Saindran Mair S. – 80869 55472
Treasurer: Renji Mavelil – 94474 14988
Ernakulam
Patron: Mathew Olickal – 93888 11213
President: Muhammed Basheer- 94470 64220
Vice President: Unnikrishnan T.S.- 82814 11844
Secretary: Abubacker A.K. – 93887 54046
Joint Secreatry: Sindhu Jose – 90488 79220
Treasurer: Josy M.G. – 98958 96413
Idukki
Patron: Purushothaman T.K. – Ph: 94466 09926
President: R. Jayachandran Nair – 94475 06380
Vice President: Sony Thomas. -94470 55013
Secretary: V.P. Basheer – 94460 95247
Joint Secretary: Ajith Kumar C.K. – 99464 55187
Treasurer: Rajesh K.A. – 94462 24205
Thrissur
Patron: Dr. Anil Karunakaran – 94475 53503
President: Ravindran P.K. – 98461 25321
Vice President: Asha P.C. – 86068 57248
Secretary: Jayan K.B. – 98955 45180
Joint Secreatry: K.A. Suresh. – 99614 89351
Treasurer: Azad Ayyaril – 94476 71046
Malappuram
Patron: Adv. K. Mohamed Ali – 99950 07821
President: Gopikrishnan K.M. – 99610 53224
Vice President: Suresh Kumar V. M. – 93886 41005
Secretary: Anilkumar P. – 98956 92775
Joint Secretary: Ahammed Hussain.- 99477 73774
Treasurer: Vappu Kulangara – 99464 94038
Palakkad
Patron: Jayaprkash Master – 98467 30753
President: Vinod Kumar C. – 96337 22731
Vice President: Adv. Jina Prasad P.R. – 94478 79439
Secretary: Abdul Rafeek – 98479 09111
Joint Secreatry: Anilkumar N.M. – 98461 33685
Treasurer: P.P. Ramesh Master. – 99465 56062
Kozhikode
Patron: Anilkumar – 94474 45478
President: Saidalavi M.K. – 98460 48116
Vice President: Hareendran A.K – 75940 21065
Secretary: Faisal B.C – 94975 00916
Joint Secreatry: Thasleema. – 88489 54149
Treasurer: Vijayan K.V. – 98477 17832
Kannur
Patron: Soni P.M. – 99469 10439
President: Shanil P.P. – 99611 29888
Vice President: Jayaraj – 94477 04858
Secretary: K. Prasad – 95448 37944
Joint Secreatry: Shiju C.K.. – 75590 18504
Treasurer: Rahim K.S. – 99473 70115
Kasaragod
Patron: Narayanan Nair K. – 94466 59926
President: K.N. Rajankutty – 94475 50751
Vice President: Asok C.K. – 94007 63011
Secretary: P.K. Sasidharan – 94474 89461
Joint Secretary: E.V. Rajesh – 82899 95498
Treasurer: Janardhanan T. – 94952 62313