About Swarnamukhi Hospital
Founded in 1985, Swarnamukhi Hospital stands as a beacon of compassionate healthcare in the Kaikondrahalli community. The hospital was established by Dr. A. R. Ramachandra Reddy, a visionary anaesthetist of NRI background, who returned to his roots with an unwavering commitment to serve the underserved populations of the region. The institution operates under the stewardship of the A. G Ramaiah Reddy Charitable Trust, established in honor of his father, Late A. G. Ramaiah Reddy, a distinguished freedom fighter and former member of the Representative Assembly.
The Visionary Founder
The hospital was established by Dr. A. R. Ramachandra Reddy, a distinguished anaesthetist of NRI (Non-Resident Indian) background. After building a successful medical career abroad, Dr. Reddy made a transformative decision to return to his hometown with a singular mission: to provide accessible, quality healthcare to those who needed it most. His decision to establish Swarnamukhi Hospital reflected his deep-rooted belief that medical excellence should not be a privilege reserved for the wealthy, but rather a fundamental right available to all community members, regardless of their economic circumstances.
As an accomplished anaesthetist, Dr. Reddy brought not only technical expertise but also a humanitarian vision to shape the institution's clinical standards and ethical foundation. His personal commitment to patient care and community service became the cornerstone upon which Swarnamukhi Hospital's values were built.
A Legacy of Service & Freedom
The hospital's name and institutional philosophy were inspired by Late A. G. Ramaiah Reddy, Dr. Reddy's father—a revered freedom fighter who played an active role in India's independence movement and later served as a member of the Representative Assembly. A. G. Ramaiah Reddy's lifetime of public service and dedication to societal welfare left an indelible mark on his son's vision for healthcare delivery.
The A. G Ramaiah Reddy Charitable Trust was formally established to honor this legacy and to ensure that the hospital's mission of serving the poor and needy remained institutionally grounded and perpetually sustained. By operating under this charitable framework, Swarnamukhi Hospital transcends individual leadership and becomes a collective endeavor dedicated to community welfare—a fitting tribute to a freedom fighter's principles of equality and social responsibility.
Bridging Heritage & Healthcare
The convergence of Dr. A. R. Ramachandra Reddy's medical expertise and A. G. Ramaiah Reddy's legacy of public service created a unique institutional identity. Swarnamukhi Hospital represents more than just a medical facility; it embodies the intersection of professional excellence, social consciousness, and familial values deeply rooted in India's independence struggle.
Building on Strong Foundations
For nearly four decades, the hospital has remained true to its founding principles while continuously evolving to meet contemporary healthcare needs. From its inception as a primary healthcare center serving a resource-constrained community, Swarnamukhi Hospital has grown into a multi-specialty facility that continues to prioritize affordability, accessibility, and quality outcomes. The institution's trajectory reflects both the dedication of its founders and the evolving healthcare demands of the Kaikondrahalli region.
Today, as the hospital prepares for significant expansion with its planned 100-bedded facility and ambitious vision for a 500-bedded multi-specialty institution, it remains anchored to the foundational values established in 1985—values that continue to guide every clinical decision, every community health initiative, and every step toward the future.
Trustee
Dr. A. R. Shivaram
Chairman & Managing Trustee, A. G. Ramaiah Reddy Charitable Trust
Dr. Shivaram was elected unopposed as Director and President of the Primary Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. (Bengaluru South & East Taluk) in 1985 and has served as a Director to date. He was also elected President of the Primary Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. (Bengaluru South Taluk) and served from 1986 to 1992.
The Karnataka State Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. has 177 taluk-level primary banks, with more than 1,700,000 members and farming families under its fold, and has been serving farmers across the state since 1929. Dr. Shivaram was elected unopposed as a Director of the Karnataka State Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. from Bengaluru Urban District in elections held in 1999, 2005, and 2010.
Accolades / Leadership Roles
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Elected unopposed as Vice President, Karnataka State Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. (2005–2007)
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Elected President, Karnataka State Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. (2007–2010)
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Elected President, Karnataka State Co-operative Agriculture & Rural Development Bank Ltd. (2012–2015)
Other Appointments
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Former Board of Trustees, National Institute of Rural Banking, Padmanabhanagar, Bengaluru
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Former Vice President, Karnataka Reddy Jana Sangha Group of Institution
Other Trustee's
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Prof. Dr. Y. GANGADHAR REDDY (M.A., P.hd)
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SHARATH S. REDDY (B.E)
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H.P. SIVARAMA REDDY (B.Com., LLB)
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K.N. SOMASHEKAR (PUC)
MEMBERS
Late Sri A. G. Ramaiah Reddy
Freedom Fighter & MRA
(Member of Representative Assembly)
Late Dr. A. R Ramachandra Reddy
Dr. A. R. Shivaram
B.Com, LLB..
Late A. G. Ramaiah Reddy, a distinguished freedom fighter and former member of the Representative Assembly.
Late Dr. A. R. Ramachandra Reddy, the founder of Swarnamukhi Hospital, is a distinguished anaesthetist with a vision to provide exceptional healthcare services to the community. His commitment to serving the underserved has been the guiding force behind the hospital's mission.
“Sahakara Ratna” - 2024 was presented to Dr.A. R. Shivaram for four decades of service in the cooperative sector
by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Siddaramaiah and Hon’ble Minister for Cooperation Shri K. N. Rajanna in the presence of Hon’ble President of the State Mahamandal Shri G. T. Deve Gowda.