History


                                                   MCRD was founded on 15th October 1981 in honour of   the  Episcopal silver jubilee of
The Most. Rev. Dr. Alexander Marthoma Valiya Metropolitan
 
Rev.Dr. Thomas Mar Athanasius Suffragon Metropolitan

The Most Rev. Dr. Philipose Mar Chrysostom Valiya Metropolitan.
     History        
Individuals with disabilities have often been over looked and neglected by society. But by the grace of God,the MCRD (Mar Thoma Centre for Rehabilitation and Development) Navajyothi School is an evidence of the church’s receptiveness to the call of God to care for and serve the needs of children with mental disabilities.  It was founded on 15th October 1981 in honour of the Episcopal silver jubilee of the Most. Rev. Dr. Alexander Marthoma Valiya Metropolitan,Rt. Rev.Dr. Thomas Mar Athanasius Suffragon Metropolitan, the Most Rev. Dr. Philipose Mar Chrysostom Marthoma Valiya Metropolitan.  Incidentally, 1981 was also the International Year for the Disabled.  Located on a scenic campus of 35 acres at Thelliyoor near Charal Mount, the school offers dedicated care and focused training for mentally challenged children.

Currently the Navajyothi School is blessed by the gifted leadership of the Most .Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan as the Patron and Rt. Rev.Joseph Mar Barnabas Episcopa as the President.  A committee constituted by the Mar Thoma Sabha Council manages the school.