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On 19 June 2026, Sruthin Lal, Executive Director of the Archival and Research Project (ARPO), was invited to speak at Kerala Startup Mission in Kochi as part of a session titled Preserving Culture, Preserving Kerala. What began as a conversation about heritage and documentation turned into a discussion about entrepreneurship,
Oppam Vaayo by ARPO is a cultural festival that celebrates the stories of women that history often forgets, told through Kerala's folk traditions, classical performances, and heritage workshops.
Mannan community leaders explore Kochi’s premium heritage and sustainable tourism models, drawing insights for tribal culture-based premium tourism
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Four Irula musicians got a chance to take their first flight perform at a prestigious event in Delhi
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The inaugural ARPO Earthlore Music Festival in Kochi showcased Kerala's tribal music, featuring 50 musicians from Attappady and Wayanad. The event included workshops and concerts, fostering cultural exchange and celebrating indigenous heritage.