The National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. Established in 1958, NIRDPR serves as a premier national center for training, research, and consultancy in rural development. The institute focuses on building capacities of rural development officials, elected representatives, and other stakeholders involved in rural development. It also undertakes research on various aspects of rural development and provides consultancy services for effective implementation of rural development programs.