Education
Dehradun is home to some of India's renowned educational institutions. The Doon School, St. Joseph's Academy, Rashtriya Indian Military College, St. Thomas' College, Dehradun, Welham Girls School and Welham Boys School. Several Indian and International luminaries have attended these schools. There are numerous forest officials in India who have attended the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun. It is also home to many different religious schools as well as public schools. Yoga, Ayurveda and meditation also has great influence in Dehradun.
National Institute for Visually Handicapped (NIVH) plays a key role in helping the blind people. It is the first such institute in India and also the first press for Braille script in the country. which provides education and service to the blind children. Dehradun also houses organizations like 'The Latika Roy Foundation' for people with disabilities have access to education, employment, and full inclusion in the community.
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