The Power of Attorney, 1986 envisaged setting up District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs) to provide quality pre-service and in-service education to teachers and Adult Education (AE)/Non- Formal Education (NFE) personnel, to provide academic and resource support to the elementary and adult education systems and to engage in action research and innovation in these areas. DIETs have created across the country.
As per the G.O. (Ms.) No.1799, Education Department, dated.07.12.1988, the DIET was established and it became functional from 22.04.1990. The existing DIET is situated in town panchayat with spacious campus of 13.91 acres with green trees and herbal plants.
Geographical Location of the DIET
DIET (District Institute of Education and Training) T. Kallupatti is located in the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India. Geographically, T. Kallupatti is situated approximately 35 kilometers southwest of the city of Madurai. This area is part of a rural region, known for its agricultural activities and proximity to various small towns and villages.
The location provides access to educational training and support services for schools in the district, helping bridge urban and rural education needs. DIET T.Kallupatti functions as a vital resource center for the training and development of educators, particularly in the surrounding rural areas.
The approximate latitude and longitude for DIET, T.Kallupatti, Madurai are
- Latitude: 9.7992° N
- Longitude: 77.8934° E