BOARD OF DIRECTORS
At Imaigal Trust, our leadership team comprises visionary individuals who bring expertise in rural development, agriculture, social work, and policy-making. Our board members are dedicated to uplifting communities and ensuring transparency, impact, and sustainability in our initiatives.
Founder’s Vision:
Leading Change for a Sustainable Future
Mr. Prabhu R
Founder & Chief Strategist
Mr. R. Prabhu is the founding Managing Trustee and Financial Trustee of Imagal Trust. He oversees the Trust's overall strategic direction, financial governance, and program implementation across Tamil Nadu. With a strong academic foundation in agriculture and agri-business management, he brings both technical knowledge and deep grassroots experience to his leadership role.
As a dedicated social worker, Mr. Prabhu has championed the cause of smallholder farmers in Namakkal district and beyond — building systems that empower rural communities through sustainable agriculture, collective action, and institutional support.
Qualification:M.Sc., PG Diploma in Agri Business Management
Location:S.Uduppam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Occupation:Social Worker
Mr. Prabhu R
Founder & Chief Strategist
Founder’s Vision:
Leading Change for a Sustainable Future
Mr. R. Prabhu is the founding Managing Trustee and Financial Trustee of Imagal Trust. He oversees the Trust's overall strategic direction, financial governance, and program implementation across Tamil Nadu. With a strong academic foundation in agriculture and agri-business management, he brings both technical knowledge and deep grassroots experience to his leadership role.
As a dedicated social worker, Mr. Prabhu has championed the cause of smallholder farmers in Namakkal district and beyond — building systems that empower rural communities through sustainable agriculture, collective action, and institutional support.
Qualification:M.Sc., PG Diploma in Agri Business Management
Location:S.Uduppam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Occupation:Social Worker
Cultivating Growth:
Leadership in Agriculture & Rural Development
Ms. Poongodi
Director of Agriculture & Rural Development
Ms. A. Poongodi serves as Secretary of Imagal Trust and plays a central role in coordinating the Trust's administrative operations, program documentation, and community outreach activities. She is a qualified social worker with additional specialisation in agri-business management.
Ms. Poongodi is particularly focused on women's participation in agricultural livelihoods, self-help group formation, and community-led development initiatives. Her leadership has been instrumental in expanding the Trust's reach among women farming communities.
Qualification:M.S.W., PG Diploma in Agri Business Management
Location:S.Uduppam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Occupation:Social Worker
Ms. Poongodi
Director of Agriculture & Rural Development
Cultivating Growth:
Leadership in Agriculture & Rural Development
Ms. A. Poongodi serves as Secretary of Imagal Trust and plays a central role in coordinating the Trust's administrative operations, program documentation, and community outreach activities. She is a qualified social worker with additional specialisation in agri-business management.
Ms. Poongodi is particularly focused on women's participation in agricultural livelihoods, self-help group formation, and community-led development initiatives. Her leadership has been instrumental in expanding the Trust's reach among women farming communities.
Qualification:M.S.W., PG Diploma in Agri Business Management
Location:S.Uduppam, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Occupation:Social Worker
A. Appachigounder
Trustee
Alampalayam, Sirukalanji, Erode District
Social Worker
N. Senthikumar, B.Com.
Trustee
Kolathupalayam, S.Uduppam, Namakkal District
Social Worker
P. Gowrishankar, M.Sc.
Trustee
Jalakandapuram, Mettur, Salem District
Social Worker
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