Kopparige Project
"Preserving the echoes of the past, Kopparige Project bridges history and heritage for future generations."
Project Summary
The Kopparige Project is a comprehensive cultural preservation effort focused on documenting and preserving the contributions of Coastal Kannadigas across various fields, including culture, language, art, literature, and history. The project will involve both video documentation and the production of a comprehensive book, with a particular focus on endangered Tuluva heritage, including the Tulu language, arts, and cultural practices. Outputs will be available in Tulu, Kannada, and English, ensuring accessibility to a broader audience while safeguarding this rich cultural legacy for future generations.
Project Objectives
Cultural Preservation: Safeguard Tulu traditions, language, and the cultural contributions of Coastal Tulu Kannadigas for future generations.
Comprehensive Documentation: Create a valuable resource that captures the social, economic, and cultural impact of Coastal Kannadigas across 17 key sectors, including literature, arts, politics, and more
Research and Education: Provide resources for academic research, serving as a reference for scholars, including PhD and MPhil researchers worldwide, and for public education.
Cultural Recognition: Advocate for the recognition of Tulu as a national language and work to elevate the status of Tuluva culture both nationally and internationally.
Providing Safeguard to historical Tulu stone inscriptions that are currently unprotected and exposed to natural elements, which could cause erosion and deterioration. Each stone inscription will be covered with a transparent glass or acrylic cover, mounted on a cement/granite stone base to prevent damage from rain, sunlight, and other environmental factors.
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Here's How It Works:
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Project Scope
The project will document the history and contributions of Coastal Kannadigas in the following 17 key areas:
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Language and Literature: Documenting scholarly works, poets, writers, and publishers who have contributed to Tulu and Kannada literature.
Oral Folk Traditions: Preservation of oral traditions like Sandhi, Paardhana, and Bheera.
Arts: Including Yakshagana, cinema, drama, and folklore.
National Service: Contributions of Coastal Kannadigas in the Indian Army, Navy, and Airforce.
Ayurvedic Medicine: Documenting traditional medical knowledge and contributions.
Sports: Recognizing achievements in local and national sports
Banking and Finance: Focus on banks established in Coastal Karnataka such as Canara Bank, Corporation Bank, and others.
Education and Industry: Contributions to education, including the establishment of institutions and industries.
Media and Cottage Industries: Contributions to the development of local media and small-scale industries.
Agriculture: Recognizing advancements and innovations in agriculture.
Religion and Deity Worship: Documenting traditional rituals, customs, and beliefs.
Pantheism and Religious Sectors: Understanding how Coastal Kannadigas have contributed to various religious practices.
Cottage Industries: Focus on small-scale industries in the region
Politics: Documenting the role of Coastal Kannadigas in regional and national politics.
Education: Contributions to both formal education and the promotion of traditional knowledge systems
Banking and Coastal Economies: Documenting the banking institutions established by Coastal people.
Project Deliverables
The Kopparige Project will deliver the following key outputs:
Book: A comprehensive and scholarly documentation covering 17 key areas of Coastal Kannadiga contributions, available in Tulu, Kannada, and English.
Video Archive: A comprehensive video series documenting oral histories, interviews, rituals, and cultural practices.
Translation of Texts: Tulu scripts and literature will be translated into Kannada and English for broader accessibility.
Documentary Films: A series of short and feature-length documentaries focusing on various aspects of Tuluva culture and traditions.
Conclusion
The Kopparige Project is an ambitious and culturally significant initiative aimed at preserving the rich heritage of the Tulu language and the contributions of Coastal Kannadigas. Through comprehensive documentation, including books, video archives, and translations, the project will serve as a valuable resource for scholars and promote international recognition of Tuluva culture. Its success hinges on proper planning, expert involvement, detailed execution, and effective collaboration between the project team and the broader Tuluva community. Ultimately, the project will ensure the preservation of Tuluva culture for generations to come.
