The motive force behind Jeevaniyam is Dr Reshmi Pramod, a qualified Ayurveda Doctor hailing from an illustrious family of traditional Vaidyas, who has dedicated her life to the study of neuro-developmental disorders affecting children. Her unparalleled passion and commitment stems from the fact that she herself is a differently abled person, having lost her eye-sight about 15 years ago. The trauma she encountered through this mid-life disablement and the role of modern assistive technology in transforming her from being a handicapped person into a fully productive and confident medical professional made Dr Reshmi realize her mission in life – give hope and a new lease of life to special children and their shell-shocked and agitated parents.
Dr Reshmi Pramod has been pursuing research into the holistic treatment for children with neuro-developmental disorders, in close association with her Alma Mater VPSV Ayurveda college Kottackal KASRS, and Centre for Disability Studies Government of Kerala.