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Three decades of compassion-led service, transforming lives across rural Tamil Nadu

About

RUADT

Rural Area Development Trust (RUADT)  is a voluntary social service organisation dedicated to empowering children, adults, and families living with disabilities. Founded in 1991 in Theni District, Tamil Nadu, RUADT began its journey in a small rented chicken shed in B. Dharumathupatty with just 10 children with physical disabilities.

What started as a modest initiative to identify persons with disabilities and raise awareness across 10 remote villages has grown into a district-wide movement of inclusive support, rehabilitation, and dignity.

Over the past 34 years, RUADT has expanded its scope and reach, consistently working with disadvantaged communities below the poverty line. The organisation remains committed to breaking barriers, restoring confidence, and enabling people with disabilities to lead independent, fulfilling lives.


From its humble beginnings, RUADT has steadily built a strong foundation of compassion-led service. Each year, the organisation has extended its programmes to address the evolving needs of underprivileged communities—especially those with physical and intellectual disabilities. Today, RUADT has positively impacted the lives of more than 10,000+ beneficiaries, and continues to expand its reach with dedication and purpose.

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