Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
As the founder of Athulya Senior Care, what is your overarching vision for the company, and how do you see it transforming the geriatric care landscape in India over the coming years?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
At Athulya, my vision has always been to create an ecosystem where seniors experience holistic, compassionate care that empowers them to lead dignified and independent lives. Geriatric care in India is evolving, and Athulya is at the forefront of that transformation. Our goal is not just to provide care but to redefine how society perceives and values its elders. Over the next few years, I see Athulya expanding its reach and services to become the gold standard in senior care across India, offering innovative, personalized care solutions that address the unique physical, emotional, and social needs of the elderly population.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
Athulya offers a range of services, from assisted living to palliative and memory care. Could you share how each service is uniquely tailored to meet the physical, emotional, and mental needs of the elderly?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
Our services are designed with a deep understanding of the elderly’s needs. Assisted living at Athulya provides a home-like environment with 24/7 medical support, promoting independence while ensuring safety. Our palliative care focuses on relieving suffering and improving the quality of life for those with serious illnesses, addressing both physical pain and emotional well-being. Memory care, on the other hand, is tailored to individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s, making sure they receive specialized attention in a secure, stimulating environment. Each service integrates medical expertise with empathetic caregiving to support the overall well-being of our residents.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
With Athulya’s recent growth to 10 centers and over 1000 resident rooms, what are your immediate goals for expansion, especially as you aim to reach 3000 rooms across South and West India?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
Our immediate focus is to scale our presence in South and West India, particularly in cities like Hyderabad and Pune, which are emerging as hubs for senior care. We are working towards increasing our capacity to 3000 rooms so that each facility maintains the same high standards of care and comfort. Alongside expansion, we are also investing in technology and training to improve our care quality, and we aim to launch more specialized units for dementia and chronic illness management. The goal is to make Athulya a trusted name for seniors across the country.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
Athulya is known for its premium, luxurious senior care approach. How do you incorporate innovation and technology to elevate the quality and accessibility of your services?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
At Athulya, we embrace innovation as a key driver in delivering personalized and efficient care. From smart monitoring systems that track residents’ health parameters to telemedicine for remote consultations, technology plays a pivotal role. We also incorporate virtual engagement tools to keep residents mentally active and connected with their families. By leveraging health tech and AI, we ensure that our care is not only of the highest quality but also accessible and adaptable to the changing needs of the elderly.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
Athulya has been recognized as a Great Place to Work and among the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Women. How has your focus on employee centricity influenced the overall care quality at Athulya?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
Our philosophy has always been that happy, motivated employees provide the best care. We invest heavily in creating a supportive, inclusive work environment where every team member feels valued. This focus on employee well-being directly translates into the high level of compassionate care our residents receive. By prioritizing work-life balance, continuous training, and growth opportunities, we have built a workforce that is skilled and deeply committed to the mission of senior care. This culture of empathy and excellence is at the heart of Athulya’s success.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
As the need for specialized senior care grows in India, what are some of the key challenges Athulya faces, and how do you overcome them to provide consistent, compassionate care?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
One of the key challenges is the stigma associated with senior care facilities, where many families still see it as a last resort. We overcome this by creating an environment that feels like home, where seniors lead fulfilling lives with access to top-notch care. Another challenge is the shortage of skilled geriatric care professionals. We address this through rigorous in-house training programs and partnerships with healthcare institutions. Our promise to compassionate, personalized care allows us to maintain the highest standards, even as we scale.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
How does Athulya ensure that its residents feel a sense of dignity, safety, and comfort, especially in areas like memory care and palliative care, where sensitivity is crucial?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
In memory and palliative care, sensitivity and empathy are paramount. We make sure that each resident is treated with the utmost respect, providing personalized care that resonates their individual preferences and dignity. Our staff is trained in clinical skills and emotional intelligence so that they understand the delicate nature of these services. Safety is a priority, with secure environments for memory care residents and comprehensive pain management and emotional support in palliative care. By focusing on dignity, comfort, and respect, we create a nurturing environment for all our residents.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
Given your experience in healthcare and senior care, where do you see the future of senior care in India, and how does Athulya plan to contribute to this evolving industry?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
The future of senior care in India lies in a hybrid model that combines institutional care with home-based services, driven by technology and specialized care programs. As life expectancy increases, there will be a growing need for comprehensive geriatric services that go beyond just medical care to include mental, emotional, and social well-being. Athulya aims to lead this evolution by expanding our continuum of care model, integrating more tech-enabled services, and focusing on chronic disease management. We aim to contribute to a future where seniors in India receive the respect, care, and dignity they deserve.
Dr. Sunil Singh
Editor-in-Chief
Prior to Athulya, you founded Front Enders Healthcare and Healthabove60. How did these ventures shape your approach to senior care, and what inspired you to focus exclusively on the elderly?
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Founder & CEO,
Athulya Senior Care
My previous ventures gave me deep insights into healthcare delivery and the gaps in geriatric care. Through Healthabove60, I realized that senior care in India lacked a structured, holistic approach. The elderly require more than just medical care; they need emotional support, companionship, and dignity. This understanding inspired me to focus exclusively on senior care and led to the creation of Athulya. My experience in healthcare consulting helped me design a system that combines quality care with compassion, establishing that seniors not only live longer but live better.
Srinivasan Govindaraj
Srinivasan, Founder & CEO of Athulya Senior Care, has diverse experience in the healthcare industry for over two decades. He founded Athulya Seniorcare with a vision to revolutionize the geriatric care landscape in India. With a focus on personalized and dignified care for the elderly, Athulya Senior Care is the largest Assisted Living Long Term Care company in the country. Athulya provides, holistic range of senior care services, viz., assisted living, transitional care, mind and memory care, palliative care and home healthcare.
Under his leadership, Athulya has emerged as a pioneer in delivering compassionate care, consistent world class service, ensuring the elders have a happy, healthy and safe ageing. His commitment to innovation and excellence has made Athulya a trusted name in senior living across India.
His belief in employee centricity, and his forward-looking HR thought leadership, made Athulya as a Great Place to Work certified organization. Athulya is recognized as the mid-size, India’s Top 10 Best Workplaces for Women. Athulya is an accredited Senior Residential Care Facility by Healthcare Sector Council, New Delhi.
Athulya’s current capacity is over 1000 resident rooms in 10 care centers across 5 southern cities: the direct and indirect employee strength of over 1000, serving clients. Athulya has clearly chartered out plans for 3000 room capacity in South and West India in the next two years.
Before the inception of Athulya Senior Care, in 2010 he founded Front Enders Healthcare providing consulting solutions for hospital administration and supply chain management in India, Sri Lanka, and Kenya. He launched Healthabove60 in the year 2014 to serve the senior community, which is now transformed to Athulya Senior Care. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, he held Sr leadership positions in Apollo Hospitals and Fortis Healthcare.
He lives in Chennai with his spouse and two daughters.
