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Ms. R. Abarna Thooyavathy
Programme Assistant (Chennai)
In charge of editing publications and research support. A woman of few words, she's the type who will not stop until the job is done. |
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Ms. P.Abirami
Accounts Assistant (Sirkazhi)
The voice you hear when you call our Sirkazhi office. Abirami helps out with accounts and administration. Her gentle looks contrast with her firm work ethic. |
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Ms. B. Anandhi
Computer Operator (Chengalpet)
Our resident computer whiz at Chengalpet. Can type in English and Tamil at the speed of light, they say.
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Mrs. Anusuya Kumar
Secretary (Chennai)
One of our newer team members, she handles publication sales and secretarial work. Lively and fun, there's never a dull moment when she's around. |
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Ms. S. Arogya Jaya
(Sirkazhi)
She is working part time in our biopesticide unit at Sirkazhi. She has been training farmers on preparation of biopesticides for the past 5 years. |
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Mr. S. Arumugasamy
Programme Coordinator (Chengalpet)
A pillar of the organisation, Swamy heads the Chengaplet office, and is in charge of more things than we can fit in one little paragraph. Suffice to say that his considerable knowledge, efficiency and skill go towards keep many of our projects on track.
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Mr. S. Ashok Kumar
Senior Field Assistant (Sirkazhi)
Cheerful and bright at all times, Ashok provides support for field based research and extension activities at Sirkazhi. |
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Ms.Astalakshmi
Accounts Officer (Chennai)
Astalakshmi with rich experience in accounting in the NGO sector, has joined our Accounts Department very recently. |
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Mr. G. Boopathy
Office Assistant (Chennai)
In any office, there are a hundred little things that need attention at any time. Fortunately, there are people like Bhoopathy to take care of them. Our go-to man for all the tough work that makes life easy for the rest of us. |
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Mr.U.Dinesh
Junior Research Assistant (Sirkazhi)
A new member who has joined our Sirkazhi team very recently. He will assist us in both research and extension programmes.. |
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Mr.S.Doss
Office Assistant (Chengalpet)
He is an active young man assisting in administration related work in Chengalpet field office. |
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Mr.Duraikannu
Farm worker (Sukkankollai)
Our strongman at the farm - Dorai provides the muscle for all the heavy work at Sukkankollai. Also keeps the farm spotless and organized. |
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Ms.M.Fathima
(Sirkazhi)
She is working part time in our biopesticide unit at Sirkazhi. She has been training farmers on preparation of biopesticides for the past 5 years. |
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Mr.Franco Merlin
Programme Officer (Chennai)
Franco, a botanist with a great interest in study of the relationship between plants and people, has joined our team recently. Well travelled and with a wealth of experience, he always has something interesting to say. |
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Mr. H. Ganesh
Research Assistant (Sirkazhi)
Ganesh helps us carry out research work at Sirkazhi. His skill at making presentations comes in handy as well. |
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Mr. A.P. Gnanasekar
Field Supervisor (Chengalpet)
He coordinates the field activity at Mel Maruvathur - working with the farmers, monitoring their fields,and providing assistance. His pleasant demeanour makes him popular with everyone in the office.
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Dr.J.Jayanthi
Programme Officer (Chengalpet)
A recent addition to the CIKS team. Calm, silent and efficient, she's an ideal asset to the organisation. |
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Ms. P. Josephine
CAPART young professional (Sirkazhi)
Cheerful and tactful in handling problems in village areas. Although she has no agriculture background, she grasps our activities exceedingly well. |
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Mrs. A. Kanmani
Administrative Officer (Chengalpet)
Kanmani is the person who keeps the Chengalpet office from falling into chaos. Her calm, unflappable methods make sure that all the nuts and bolts are kept firmly in place . |
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Mr.Kannadasan Driver(Chennai)
He drives and maintains the car at our Chennai office and also helps in some of the office duties. |
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Ms.R.Kavitha
Receptionist(Chengalpet)
Having recently joined as receptionist at CHengalpet, Kavitha makes sure that all visitors and callers get quick, friendly service. |
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Mr.G.Sakthivel
Auto Driver (Sirkazhi)
He drives the autorickshaw at Sirkazhi - zipping between villages and keeping things running smoothly. Punctual and responsible. |
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Mr.Sendamarai Kannan
Marketing Executive (Chennai)
Kannan with rich experience in the hotel industry has joined the marketing team to boost the initiatives to reach out to more customers and institutions. |
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Ms. P. Kiruthika
Senior Research
Assistant (Sirkazhi)
Her keen intelligence and appetite for work make Kiruthika a vital cog in the Sirkazhi office. Her good communication skills are an asset as well .
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Mrs. K. T. Lakshmi Alamelu Mangai
Accounts Assistant (Chennai)
Lakshmi provides invaluable assistance to our Accounts department, quietly and efficiently making sure that all is in order with those complicated numbers. |
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Ms. A. Loyola Anbukarasi
Research Associate (Chengalpet)
A qualified entomologist, she assists in experimental work in our Sukkankolai field, and is also involved in logistics support. Her quiet, determined manner reflects the way she approaches work. |
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Ms. C. Malini
Accounts Manager (Chennai)
Our big boss of accounts, she's responsible for making sure that all those complicated numbers add up okay. Don't let her petite looks fool you - this lady drives an Ambassador, which even most men these days find a tough task!
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Mr.R.Manikandan
(Sirkazhi)
He works at our Sirkazhi unit, corrdinating with farmers in the field areas, and also helping out with numerous other activities. |
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Mrs. Meena Ananthanarayan
Secretary to the Director (Chennai)
Calm. Focussed. Sharp. All the things you need to be when you have to ensure that Balu doesn't get his wires all crossed! Thank God for Meena.
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Mr. P. Murugan
Field Coordinator (Chengalpet)
Murugan coordinates many of our activities with organic farmers in the Kanchipuram district. A regular firebrand, he's known for a quick temper, which subsides just as quickly.
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Ms. T.D. Nirmala Devi
Research Associate (Chennai)
Nirmala handles the heavy-duty work that goes into our publications. From compiling material to writing and editing, her contribution to the quality of our publications is crucial. |
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Mrs. Padma Anand Kumar
Receptionist (Chennai)
Padma is usually the voice you hear when you call our Chennai office. She also handles all kinds of enquiries, making sure no-one misses an important message. |
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Mrs. K. Parimala
Research Associate (Chengalpet)
Parimala assists with the preparation of research reports and in general research related work. She is also our in-house tour guide - taking visitors to the farm and showing them around. |
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Ms. S. Poongodi
Field Assistant (Chengalpet)
She assists in experimental work in Sukkankolai. Her friendly, pleasant personality also helps when she takes visitors around the farm when needed. |
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Mr.R.Prabhakaran
Field officer (Sirkazhi)
Coordinates the ICT project in Sirkazhi. His concentration and focus are his strengths – he never leaves work unfinished
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Mr. R. Rajkumar
Field Supervisor (Chengalpet)
Rajkumar supervises our network of organic farmers in Kanchipuram district. Not the talkative type, he believes that actions speak louder than words. |
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Mr. S. Ramesh
Office Manager / DTP Operator (Chennai)
Need some office equipment? Book layout to be done? Computer problems? Ramesh is our knight in shining armour. Never one to shy away from a challenge, if he doesn't know how to solve a problem, he'll find a way.
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Mr. K. Senthil
Farm Supervisor (Chengalpet)
The boss man at our Sukkankolai farm, Senthil keeps everything in top running order. His winning personality also makes him a huge hit with visitors to the field. |
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Mr. V. Sigamani
Driver (Chengalpet)
Sigamani logs so many kilometres chugging between field and office every month, he should be a rally driver. But shhh . . don't tell him that!
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Ms.P. Sobana
Senior Research Assistant (Sirkazhi)
Managing an insect rearing lab requires tons of patience and considerable ability. Luckily, Sobana has both. |
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Mr. Srinivasan
Night Watchman (Chengalpet) He is serving as a night watchman in Chenglepet Field office. |
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Mrs. Subhashini Sridhar
Programme coordinator . (Sirkazhi)
Without Shubha's energy, drive and commitment, CIKS wouldn't be the organisation it is today. Her initiatives and efforts have won her numerous accolades in the region - truly one of our brightest stars.
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Mr. K. Subramanian
Senior Field Coordinator (Chengalpet)
Subramanian coordinates the project on organic paddy – seed to market. He also provides support to various other field projects, and helps maintain internal control systems for organic certification. A veteran at CIKS, his experience and cool head are vital assets. |
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Mr. M. Suresh
Marketing Manager (Chengalpet)
In charge of marketing all our organic produce. Also handles the federation activities. |
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Mr. V. Suresh
Field Supervisor (Chengalpet)
Suresh handles field work in the Thiruvannamalai district. Once a job is given to him, you can rest easy - his sense of duty ensures that it will be done come rain or shine . |
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Mrs.Vasantha
Farm worker (Sukkankollai)
Takes care of all the cooking and general housekeeping at the farm. Her cooking is one of the reasons visitors keep wanting to return to Sukkankolai more often! |
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Mr.C.Velu
Marketing Assistant (Chengalpet)
A young and progressive farmer from one of our project villages, Velu performs the valuable function of working with the organic farmers to market and distribute their produce. |
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Mr.M.Vimalan Santhakumar
Driver (Chengalpet)
Drives and maintains the various vehicles at Chengalpet and the field. Keeps all the vehicles in smooth running condition . |
