VRI India

Vipassana Research Institute (VRI), a non-profit-making body, was established in 1985 with the principal aim of conducting scientific research into the sources and applications of the Vipassana Meditation Technique.

Vipassana meditation is a technique of observation and exploration of the mind-body phenomena. The technique leads to purification of mind and can bring about a major transformation in the attitude and behavioural pattern of an individual and, through him, in the entire society. The technique has a unique potential as an instrument for better education, health, organisation, management development and social change for strengthening the concept of secularism, national integration and international understanding. Vipassana has been revived after a period of more than 2500 years.

The Vipassana Research Institute (VRI), located in India, has made freely available the Pali Tipitaka, conducted research, sponsored international seminars, and published print and audiovisual materials on Vipassana meditation, its sources and applications. VRI also offers residential programs in Pali studies.