The University of Calicut is going ahead with its proposal to set up a multi-disciplinary museum on its campus with exhibits on biodiversity, history, language, literature, and folklore.
R. Chandran Pillai, Executive Director, Kerala Museum, submitted a detailed project report (DPR) for the purpose to Vice Chancellor M.K. Jayaraj on Thursday. Kerala Museum is the nodal agency of all the museums in the State under the Department of Cultural Affairs.
University officials said that apart from study and research, the museum would help people and students get an in-depth understanding of the social history, culture, and biodiversity of Malabar. Mr. Jayaraj said that there was also a proposal to launch a course in museology.
