Gandhigram Trust

The Gandhigram Trust, dedicated to holistic and value-based education in rural India, runs institutions like Dr. T.S. Soundram Vidyalaya (English-medium school), Gandhigram Primary School (Tamil-medium, emphasizes Gandhian values), Lakshmi College of Education (training teachers with ethical commitment), and Thambithottam Higher Secondary School (Nai Talim principles, English & Tamil medium, self-reliance, community service). These initiatives shape students with a focus on Gandhian ideals and practical skills, contributing to a better society.

Gandhigram Trust is committed to ensuring every citizen's right to quality healthcare, regardless of their socio-economic status. It accomplishes this mission through Kasturba Hospital and Lakshmi Seva Sangham. Patients have access to various treatments, including modern medicine like allopathy and traditional methods like Ayurveda and Siddha, thanks to a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. The Kasturba Hospital offers specialized care in maternity and geriatrics, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Additionally, Gandhigram Trust promotes traditional Indian medicine with minimal side effects, produced at Lakshmi Seva Sangham. This initiative not only enhances health but also provides employment opportunities to the local community. These efforts have garnered recognition and praise from the government of Tamil Nadu.

Gandhigram Trust is dedicated to uplifting marginalized sections of society through various programmes and institutions. Notable initiatives like Kasturba Sevikashram, Santi School for Deaf and Dumb, Avvai Ashram, and Sowbhagya Illam aim to provide essential support and skills to those who face social and financial disadvantages. Sowbhagya Illam and Avvai Ashram offer a nurturing environment for children from troubled backgrounds, providing education and a sense of belonging. The Santi School for Deaf and Dumb focuses on the education and holistic development of children with disabilities, including vocational training. Kasturba Sevikashram is dedicated to rehabilitating women facing challenges like young widowhood and divorce. Through these efforts, individuals have regained control of their lives and become responsible members of society, addressing deep-rooted gender disparities along the way.

Gandhigram Trust is dedicated to rural community development, following the path set by Gandhi. Through Khadi production and village extension programmes in the surrounding villages, it fosters self-employment and improves livelihoods. These initiatives include Khadi manufacturing, the production of natural dyes, and the operation of the Gandhigram Press, creating employment opportunities. Collaboration with nonprofits and the Government has led to the formation of self-help groups, empowering both men and women to engage in small-scale manufacturing and local governance. Recent efforts have focused on watershed development and sanitation, with substantial progress achieved through active stakeholder participation, including the Government's support.