Aksharam: Kerala launches museum to celebrate linguistic diversity

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By Dileep V Kumar

Dec 10, 2024

Kerala has taken a bold step in defence of diversity by unveiling Aksharam, India’s first museum dedicated to language, literature, and culture. 

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Coming up aptly in Kottayam — revered as the Land of Letters — this 25,000-square-foot marvel in Nattakom was inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on November 26.

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It stands as acelebration of the written word and a defiant statement against homogenisation, reminding India of the enduring power of language to preserve culture, history, and identity.

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Unlike traditional museums centered on art or archaeology, Aksharam is a pioneering institution that delves deep into the origins, evolution, and cultural significance of language.

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Beyond Kerala’s linguistic treasures, the museum’s first floor houses a Language Gallery offering a global perspective.

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By intertwining Kerala’s rich literary history with the global evolution of language, Aksharam invites people to delve into the roots of language while embracing its role in shaping identity and culture.

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