The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to be University), commonly abbreviated as GRI-DTBU, is an educational institution located in Gandhigram, Tamil Nadu, India. Established in 1956, it was founded on the principles of Mahatma Gandhi to promote rural education and development. The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to be University), or GRI-DTBU, is nestled in the serene rural surroundings of Gandhigram, Tamil Nadu, India. Spread across a sprawling campus, it offers a tranquil and conducive environment for learning, research, and community engagement.